
In Pune, Maharashtra, a truck driver transporting buffaloes was allegedly assaulted and forced to eat cow dung by self-styled cow vigilantes who accused him of illegal cattle transport. The victim, a Muslim youth, claimed he carried all legal documents but was verbally abused and physically attacked. Police registered a non-cognizable report against the vigilantes and an FIR against four individuals under various sections, including promoting enmity and causing hurt. The incident gained attention after a video circulated on social media, prompting calls for stricter action.
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