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Woman flower vendor assaulted after refusing to sell cannabis in Delhi
Police in South Delhi have arrested six people following a violent assault on a flower vendor and her teenage brother-in-law, who allegedly refused to sell cannabis. The incident, which occurred in the Hauz Khas area, gained widespread attention after video footage of the attack circulated on social media.
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A flower vendor and her 15-year-old brother-in-law were brutally attacked with sticks and rods in South Delhi's Hauz Khas locality after refusing a demand to sell cannabis. The assault was captured on video and subsequently went viral across social media platforms, prompting police intervention. Six individuals have been arrested in connection with the incident, authorities confirmed.
The vendor's family alleged that this was not an isolated incident, claiming they had previously received threats and intimidation from the same group. The family's complaints about earlier harassment appear to have escalated into the violent confrontation that was recorded and shared publicly.
The Delhi Police registered cases against the arrested individuals following the circulation of the video evidence. Investigators are examining the footage as part of their inquiry into the assault and any related criminal activities. The incident has raised concerns about criminal intimidation and violence in the area.