In a distressing incident in New Delhi, a Metropolitan Magistrate and his ten-year-old son found themselves at the receiving end of violence when they dared to oppose illegal encroachment on a footpath in the Model Town area. The incident has triggered outrage, with the victim judge filing a formal complaint and the local police responding by registering a case.
The Backstory
The 34-year-old Metropolitan Magistrate, who is currently posted in the Tis Hazari Court and resides in the Government Colony in Model Town, narrated the incident. It all began when cars started to be illicitly parked on the road in Model Town Part II market. In response to this, his son decided to ride his bicycle on the footpath on September 29. Unfortunately, their path was blocked by a café that had illegally encroached upon the footpath. When the victim and his son raised their voice against this encroachment, the café’s owner, accompanied by his father, resorted to hurling abuses. Notably, the café owner is the son of a retired Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) from Delhi Police.
The Assault
The subsequent day, the victims returned to the area, accompanied by their son. However, things took a violent turn as the café owner and his associates not only attacked their car but also physically assaulted both the father and his young son. The entire shocking incident was caught on CCTV cameras installed in the victim’s car.
Legal Proceedings
Although the victim judge initially declined to undergo a medical examination, his son was subjected to the examination. Following this, an FIR (First Information Report) was duly registered at the local police station, based on the victim’s formal complaint.
This incident has thrown a spotlight on the issue of encroachments on public spaces and the disturbing violence that often accompanies those who dare to confront it. The assault on a Metropolitan Magistrate and his innocent son for bravely standing up against footpath encroachment is a deeply concerning matter. It underscores the urgency for authorities to take swift action, ensuring the safety and security of all citizens, and serving as a deterrent against future unlawful activities.
In Shorts:
- A Metropolitan Magistrate and his ten-year-old son faced brutal assault for their protest against footpath encroachment in the Model Town area of Delhi.
- The incident unfolded when the son, riding his bicycle on the footpath, encountered obstruction caused by a café’s encroachment.
- The café owner and his associates launched an attack on the car and physically assaulted both the father and son.
- The entire shocking episode was captured on CCTV, leading to the registration of a case based on the victim’s complaint.
