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Jul 01, 2025
Elderly woman assaulted in Karnataka over garbage dispute
In Karnataka's Gautampura village, a 70-year-old woman named Huchamma was tied to a tree and beaten by her neighbor Prema and two men after an argument about garbage being dumped near her house.
The incident started when Huchamma confronted Prema, which quickly escalated into violence.
TL;DR
Video of the assault goes viral
A video of the assault went viral, sparking outrage across social media. After public pressure, police registered a case the next day and arrested Prema.
The incident highlights how social media can help bring attention—and quicker action—to local injustices.