Siliguri, 07th August: In a recent incident, a youth allegedly attacked the son of a businessman in Siliguri’s Haidarpara area after an attempt to use fake currency at a shop was foiled, triggering tension in the locality.
As per reports, on Wednesday night, Niraj Chhetri Thakur tried to purchase goods using a counterfeit note at a local shop. When the shopkeeper refused to accept it, a dispute broke out. On Thursday morning, Niraj allegedly assaulted the shopkeeper’s son, Priyanshu Pal, with a sharp weapon.
Following the incident, panic spread in the area. Agitated locals surrounded the accused’s flat and staged a protest. Bhakti Nagar Police later reached the spot and detained the accused.
Residents claimed the accused had previously tried to use fake notes at several other shops in the area.