A young man was allegedly beaten to death by a mob in Matigara, Siliguri, West Bengal, early Saturday, October 3. The mob reportedly suspected the man and another youth of stealing cows. The second youth was seriously injured and was taken to a hospital. Police have arrested four people in connection with the incident.Key HighlightsThe incident happened in Tarabari area of Matigara.Two youths were reportedly caught by local people on suspicion of cow theft.One youth died after the alleged mob attack.Police have arrested four people so far.What Happened in Matigara?According to police and local sources, the incident took place near the Balasan River in Tarabari during the early hours of Saturday.Some local people reportedly saw a group of young men travelling in vehicles. They became suspicious and allegedly believed that the men were involved in cow theft.The locals reportedly chased the youths. Two of them were caught, while others managed to escape. Two vehicles were also stopped by the local people.The situation then became violent. The two youths were allegedly beaten by a mob.One youth died at the spot, while the other suffered serious injuries. Police later reached the area and took control of the situation.Four People ArrestedPolice have arrested four people in connection with the incident. The investigation is continuing.The body of the deceased was sent for a post-mortem examination. Police are also looking into the events that led to the mob attack.Several vehicles were reportedly damaged during the incident. Reports also said that vehicles were set on fire, adding to tension in the area.Police Investigate the CaseThe incident has raised concern in the Matigara area. Police are checking the claims made about cow theft and the events before the attack.The allegation of cow theft has not been treated as proof of guilt. The police investigation will establish what happened and who was responsible for the violence.Police are continuing to question the arrested people and examine the circumstances of the death and the serious injury to the second youth.Also Read : Basti School Accident: Worker Falls From Third Floor While Working at Jaipuria School
