Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh - In a disturbing incident in Gorakhpur's Pipraich area, a 35-year-old man was arrested on charges of disrupting a prayer service at the local Sankat Mochan Hanuman temple by allegedly throwing meat at women worshippers. The incident unfolded on Monday evening during the 'aarti' ceremony, causing chaos and panic among the devotees.
The suspect, identified as Umesh Yadav, was reportedly intoxicated at the time of the offense. Local residents, shocked and angered by the incident, apprehended Yadav and subjected him to a beating before handing him over to the authorities. Anurag Singh, the Chauri Chaura Circle Officer who arrived at the scene, stated that Yadav has been inconsistent in his statements. At one point, he claimed that a local meat vendor had instigated him to commit the act.
Following the incident, a crowd of concerned and agitated locals gathered at the police station, demanding further investigation and the arrest of any potential accomplices. The police have assured the public that proper action will be taken to address their concerns.
According to officials, Yadav had recently returned from Hyderabad, where he was employed in painting and dyeing work. The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, emphasizing the need for a thorough probe to prevent such occurrences in the future.
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