Mathura Police clarified that the death of a local cow vigilante, known as ‘Farsa Wale Baba,’ was due to a road accident and not linked to cattle smuggling. The deceased, identified as Chandrashekhar, was hit by a truck while stopping a vehicle on suspicion of cow rustling amid dense fog in the Kosi area near Navipur village.
Chandrashekhar was chasing a truck on his motorcycle, suspecting it of being used for cattle smuggling. However, another truck from Rajasthan collided with his vehicle due to poor visibility caused by fog, resulting in his death. Police confirmed that both vehicles involved were examined, with no evidence of cow smuggling found.
The truck initially stopped by Chandrashekhar was carrying grocery items, while the Rajasthan truck loaded with wires hit him. The driver of the Rajasthan truck and his associate, both from Alwar, sustained injuries and are receiving treatment. Authorities stressed that the incident seems to be an accident, not a deliberate act, and investigations are ongoing to establish the full sequence of events.
The incident triggered unrest in the area, leading to chaos, stone pelting, and road blockades by protesters. Security has been heightened, with additional police deployed to restore order and prevent further disturbances. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has intervened, instructing officials to take strict action based on verified facts.
