Malkangiri, Ap 4: A disturbing incident has emerged from Kumbhiguda village under the Badli panchayat in Malkangiri district, where two young men were allegedly tied to a pole and assaulted by villagers on suspicion of theft. The incident has sparked outrage and raised concerns about vigilantism and the law enforcement response.According to sources, a group of villagers, angered by the suspected theft, allegedly restrained the two youths by tying them to a pole in the center of the village and physically assaulted them. The entire episode was recorded and later circulated online, drawing sharp reactions from the public and raising serious questions about mob justice.As of now, it remains unclear whether the youths were indeed involved in any criminal activity. Authorities have not established any concrete evidence to support the allegations, and the claims are yet to be verified. Despite the viral video circulating widely, no formal complaint has been filed with the local police station regarding the incident.The video, which has been widely shared on social media, has ignited debates about vigilantism and the breakdown of the rule of law in rural areas. Many individuals and organizations have called for an official inquiry into the incident, urging authorities to take swift action.This incident highlights growing concerns about mob justice in certain areas, where individuals take the law into their own hands, bypassing due process. Public outcry continues to build, with many calling for stricter enforcement of the law and immediate action to prevent such incidents in the future.
