Chaos erupts as man brutally injures bus conductor over safety warning in southern India
by ShravyaThe incident took place at Vydehi Circle in Whitefield area of Bengaluru city on October 1.
Visuals showed a crowded bus in motion, filled with passengers, when suddenly a brawl erupted. The accused, visibly enraged, stabbed the bus conductor. Panic ensued as the bus came to an immediate halt, with passengers hastily trying to escape in fear. They pushed and shoved each other, distress evident on their faces as they rushed to exit. The assailant brandished his knife, threatening those still inside, his hands and blade smeared with blood. However, the bus driver displayed remarkable bravery, ensuring everyone got off safely before locking the bus from the outside, trapping the assailant inside. Moments later, the accused was seen casually moving about the bus before taking a seat at the back, appearing unfazed.
According to reports, the accused, identified as 25-year-old Harsh Sinha, had recently been fired from a BPO company, attacked 45-year-old conductor Yogesh after he was asked not to stand near the door. Sinha stabbed Yogesh in the abdomen, causing panic among passengers who quickly fled the scene. After stabbing the conductor, Sinha attempted to attack other passengers and vandalized the bus with a hammer. The injured conductor was rushed to Vydehi Hospital, and police have since arrested the suspect.