A petty dispute over lending money led to a man stabbing a tea vendor near Khamasa in Ahmedabad. The victim, Abrar Ahmed (27), sustained stab injuries to his neck and chest after being assaulted by the accused, identified as Laddu, who fled the scene after the attack.
As per the complaint filed by Abrar Ahmed at the Haveli Post police station, the altercation occurred around 5.30 pm at his tea stall outside his family-run steel shop, near Navjivan School in Khamasa.
Abrar alleged that Laddu, a regular customer, had borrowed tea and beedis/cigarettes worth ₹250 over the past six months. When Abrar asked him to repay the amount, Laddu became enraged and abused him. He left, only to return moments later, threatening Abrar and demanding further credit.
Upon Abrar’s refusal, Laddu allegedly pulled out a knife from his waist and stabbed him twice — once on the left side of his neck and then on his chest near the ribs. Abrar managed to escape and was rushed to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel (SVP) Hospital by nearby residents.
Abrar is currently receiving treatment at the SVP Hospital, where his condition is reported to be stable. The victim recounted the attack to police and named Laddu as the perpetrator.
Haveli Post police station has registered a case against accused under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code for attempted murder and assault.
A police official stated, that “We have registered the case and are actively pursuing the accused. We are confident of apprehending him soon.”