A shocking incident of mob violence has erupted in Bharamyanatti village in Karnataka’s Belagavi district after a married woman was reported to have eloped with her husband’s close friend, according to neighbours. A large group of people stormed a man’s house in Bharamyanatti village, vandalised property, and threatened family members, the police said in a shocking incident of mob violence that broke out in the village after allegedly assaulting a man’s house and terrorising their property and threatening the family members.
According to sources, the incident took place in Bharamyanatti village, which is part of the Yamakanmardi Assembly constituency. There were said to be more than 30 people armed with talwars, sickles, axes, and wooden clubs who entered the home of a youth named Yallappa Nayak and erupted into violence.
The situation grew worse when a married woman named Nagavva, who had married Basappa Nayak last year, left the village with Yallappa Nayak. The three worked together in a private company in Belagavi. Nagavva and Yallappa were said to have developed a close relationship at their work, which developed into a romantic relationship.
Two days before the attack, Nagavva and Yallappa apparently left the village together. The development apparently upset Basappa, Nagavva’s parents, and many relatives, causing tension in the village.
According to witnesses, angry at the alleged elopement, a mob gathered and marched to Yallappa's house. The mob pelted stones at the house, damaged roof tiles, and destroyed parts of the property. Family members at the home said the attackers tried to assault them in a life-threatening manner.
According to the victims, six children and four adults inside the house escaped serious harm at the time of the attack. The family members were not hurt despite the mob attacking them.
The destruction was not limited to vandalism, police said. The attackers destroyed household items, including a television set, furniture, and a locker. Cash and gold ornaments kept in the house were also stolen in the chaos, family members said.
In another disturbing claim, the mob is accused of taking 15 sheep from the family’s livestock shed. Residents claimed that some of the stolen animals were later slaughtered and consumed by the attackers, but these allegations have not been officially verified by police.
The violent attack has left Yallappa’s family traumatised. His parents, siblings, and other relatives are said to be living in fear after the attack and worry about their safety.
In seeking protection, Yallappa's parents approached Belagavi City Police Commissioner Bhushan G. Borase on a personal level and presented a petition asking for security for their family. They also asked for strict legal action against all those involved in the attack.
Following the complaint, a case was registered at the Marihal Police Station against several accused individuals, including Nagaraj Nayak, Ravi, Eshwar, Shivappa, and others. Police have taken the matter up to investigate, have tried to find out who is involved, and how much damage was done.
The authorities have assured that the matter is being investigated and that action will be taken based on the evidence collected. This incident once again shows the dangers of mob justice and the need for disputes to be resolved through legal channels rather than violence.
