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MAPUSA: A road rage incident in Moira turned violent, leaving a 25-year-old man critically injured after he was allegedly stabbed in the back during an altercation over driving.
The victim, Manthan Agarwadekar (25), a resident of Thivim, sustained serious injuries in the attack that took place at Moira around 5:30 pm. He was initially rushed to the North Goa District Hospital before being referred to the Goa Medical College and Hospital (GMC), where he is currently undergoing treatment.
Police said the dispute began as an argument between the victim and the accused over driving on the road. The confrontation allegedly escalated when the accused, Suraj Kasbe (28), a resident of Mayde and originally from Maharashtra, allegedly attacked Agarwadekar with a knife, stabbing him in the back.
Following the incident, the victim’s brother, Mayur Agarwadekar, lodged a complaint at the Mapusa Police Station.
Acting swiftly, Mapusa Police tracked down and arrested the accused within hours of the incident. He has been taken into custody, and further investigation is underway to ascertain the exact circumstances that led to the attack.
