YouTuber Salim Vastik attacked with a knife, targeted for speaking against religion?
Famous YouTuber Salim Vastik was attacked with knives by two unknown attackers in Loni area of Ghaziabad. Seriously injured Vastik was first referred to the local hospital and then to GTB Hospital in Delhi. Police have registered the case and started scanning the CCTV footage. The investigation into the reason behind the attack is ongoing.
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Loni police started investigating the case (Photo: Screengrab)
There was a sensation in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh when famous YouTuber and TV panelist Salim Vastik was fatally attacked with knives. The incident took place in Ashok Vihar Colony of Loni police station area.
According to the police, on Friday morning two unknown attackers reached Salim Vastik’s house on a bike. Both were wearing helmets. It is alleged that he entered the house and attacked Salim with a sharp knife on his neck and stomach. After committing the crime the attackers fled from the spot.
Seriously injured Salim Vastik was immediately taken to the nearest hospital, from where in view of his critical condition, he was referred to Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital in Delhi. According to hospital sources, his condition remains critical.
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Referred to GTB Hospital in Delhi in critical condition.
Salim Vastik has been commenting on various religious issues through his YouTube channel and social media platforms and has also appeared as a panelist on many TV channels. There has often been controversy regarding his views on social media. After the incident, his supporters linked the attack to his statements, although the police have refused to reach any conclusion yet.
Loni police station has registered the case and the footage of CCTV cameras installed nearby is being scrutinized. Police teams have been formed to arrest the accused. Police force has been deployed in the area as a precautionary measure and social media is also being monitored.
After the incident, his supporters are linking the attack to his statements, although the police have refused to reach any conclusion, saying that the attackers are unknown and investigation is being done from all possible angles.
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