1 youth was severely burned in an acid attack on Diwali night in Bhikkampur village, Roorkee. The incident occurred when a dispute over bursting firecrackers outside a house turned violent. An angry villager poured acid on the youth from a rooftop. Hearing his screams, locals rushed to the scene and caught the attacker. Police arrived, sent the injured to the hospital, and filed a case against the accused. Doctors report the victim has severe burns on multiple body parts and is in critical condition. The attack has caused shock in the area. (Updated 23 Oct 2025, 00:13 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- 1 youth was severely burned in an acid attack on Diwali night in Bhikkampur village, Roorkee
- The incident occurred when a dispute over bursting firecrackers outside a house turned violent
- An angry villager poured acid on the youth from a rooftop