Bengaluru Mechanic Killed Amid Dispute Over Shop Construction and Protection Money

In Bengaluru's Wilson Garden, 45-year-old mechanic Rasheed Pasha was beaten to death in front of his two children after refusing to pay Rs 50,000 as alleged protection money linked to his shop's construction. The attack involved multiple men using a cricket bat and bamboo sticks. Police have registered a murder case, arrested seven suspects, and are investigating motives including disputes over construction, alleged extortion, and property encroachment. A viral video of the assault has prompted public outrage and a police manhunt.