A Class 10 student was allegedly attacked with a knife and dagger by two minors while playing snooker at a club in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. During the gory attack, which has been recorded, the accused allegedly stabbed the victim 27 times.

The incident took place on the night of February 15 but came to light on Monday after the accused allegedly shared CCTV footage of the assault on social media. The video reportedly shows the teenager being stabbed 27 times within 30 seconds, resulting in the loss of two fingers and multiple serious injuries.

Police initially registered a case of voluntarily causing hurt based on the victim’s complaint. However, after the footage went viral, authorities said more stringent charges are being considered. MS Bhadauria, investigating officer at Tila Jamalpur Police Station, stated that additional sections may be added following confirmation of the medical report.

According to the victim, the accused — who attend the same coaching institute — had a dispute with him days earlier over a minor issue, during which he slapped them. He alleged they later threatened him and carried out the attack without warning before fleeing the scene.

“They threatened me of dire consequences earlier. Later, they came to the snooker club and attacked me without any conversation before fleeing,” he said.

The victim, however, survived reaching the hospital and lodge a complaint with the police. He sustained more than ten deep cuts on one wrist, lost two fingers on the other hand, and suffered serious injuries to his shoulder and back, according to the investigating officer.

The victim further alleged that police did not take his complaint seriously, saying that the accused were initially apprehended but released after being served notices

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