Bizarre Brawl in Dahisar: Society Chairman Bites Off Flat Owner's Thumb

Incident Overview

A shocking incident occurred in the Amarnath Cooperative Society in Dahisar West, Mumbai, where a heated argument between a flat owner and the society chairman escalated into violence, culminating in the chairman biting off the flat owner's thumb.

The Confrontation

The altercation began on the morning of August 4, during a society meeting held by the chairman, Nityanand Padiyal, 67. Aditya Desai, 42, a flat owner in the society, had previously expressed his frustration over the society’s gate being locked late at night, causing inconvenience to his tenant. Despite written complaints, the issue remained unresolved, prompting Desai to confront Padiyal in person.

Escalation and Violence

According to police reports, the confrontation between Desai and Padiyal quickly turned physical. Desai alleged that Padiyal spoke harshly and pushed him, causing him to fall. During the scuffle, Desai's thumb ended up in Padiyal's mouth, resulting in Padiyal biting it off completely. The gruesome incident left Desai bleeding profusely and he was rushed to Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Hospital for immediate treatment.

Police Involvement and Investigation

Following the incident, Desai lodged a complaint at the MHB police station. Deputy Commissioner of Police Anand Bhoite stated that a case has been registered against Padiyal under Section 117 (2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, which pertains to voluntarily causing grievous hurt. Padiyal has been detained for further investigation, and the police are recording statements from other society members to establish a detailed sequence of events.

Background and Context

Desai, who rents out his flat in the society, has been facing issues due to the society's gate being locked late at night, as per the chairman’s instructions. This has caused repeated harassment for his tenant. Desai had previously written to Padiyal about the matter, but his concerns were not addressed, leading to the fateful confrontation.

Statements from Involved Parties

Desai recounted the incident, stating, "In the meeting, I handed an application to the chairman, who responded rudely and pushed me. I fell, and he sat on my chest, breaking my spectacles. While trying to defend myself, my thumb slipped into his mouth, and he bit it off."

Conclusion

The bizarre and violent incident at the Amarnath Cooperative Society has shocked the local community. As the investigation continues, it remains to be seen what further actions will be taken against Padiyal. The case highlights the extreme lengths to which disputes can escalate when unresolved tensions are allowed to fester.