Haryana student mistaken for cow smuggler, chased for 25 km, killed
Haryana student mistaken for cow smuggler, chased for 25 km, killed
A 19-year-old class 12 student named Aryan Mishra was shot and killed in Faridabad, Haryana after being mistakenly identified as a cattle smuggler.
The incident reportedly occurred on August 23 when Aryan was out with friends Harshit and Shanky for a late-night meal. The accused, part of a cow vigilante group, pursued their vehicle for approximately 25 kilometres, believing they were tracking cattle smugglers using similar SUVs.
During the chase, the vigilantes attempted to stop the car, but Aryan and his friends did not comply, fearing it was a rival gang due to previous conflicts.
The situation escalated when the vigilantes opened fire, striking Aryan in the neck. After the car eventually halted, Aryan was shot again as the assailants thought he might retaliate.
The group fled upon realizing they had shot the wrong person after noticing two women in the car. Aryan was rushed to the hospital but succumbed to his injuries the following day.
Five arrested
Five individuals have been arrested in connection with the shooting, and the investigation is ongoing.
