A 22-year-old man was allegedly beaten to death following a minor dispute after Holi celebrations in Mumbai’s Wadala area. Four youths have been arrested in connection with the incident, and a case of murder has been registered against them.
According to Mumbai Police, the incident took place around 4.30 p.m. on Tuesday in the Kokripada area of Wadala. The accused had reportedly gathered after celebrating Holi and were consuming beer when the altercation occurred.
The deceased has been identified as Tushar Ujjainwala (22). Police said Ujjainwala was passing through the area with a friend when his foot accidentally touched one of the accused. This led to a verbal altercation, during which accused allegedly abused him.
After returning home, Ujjainwala informed his elder brother about the incident. He later returned to the spot with his brother to confront the youths. During the confrontation, the accused allegedly assaulted him severely. He sustained serious injuries in the attack and later succumbed to them.