Shocking train theft in India: young girl’s phone snatched while filmed by bystander
by Aditi VermaA young girl on an Indian train having her phone stolen right from her hands while a bystander films the incident instead of intervening.
The video went viral on October 2.
Visuals showed a young girl sitting by the window of a train, engrossed in her phone. Suddenly, a pair of hands reaches in from outside, snatching the device away. As the girl screams for help, claiming, “Uncle, my phone was taken,” passengers nearby do nothing to assist her. Instead, one man chooses to record the alarming event on his phone.
This incident highlights a troubling trend of thefts occurring on Indian Railways, prompting outrage among viewers. Many have commented on the video, criticizing the bystander for not stepping in and calling for stronger measures from the railway authorities to combat rising crime. Skepticism has also arisen, with some questioning the authenticity of the incident, suggesting it may be staged.
As the video continues to circulate, it has garnered hundreds of views and likes, sparking discussions on social media about safety and responsibility in public spaces.