Elderly man shot for protesting gamblers’ ruckus

Kolkata | Friday | 17th August, 2018

Summary:

KOLKATA: In a reflection of growing intolerance and brazen violence, a 75-yearold man was gunned down at Belghoria when he protested against some youths gambling and creating ruckus on Wednesday night. He alleged the youngsters would often get drunk and create ruckus till late in the night.When a similar brawl broke out on Wednesday night, Haque reportedly couldn’t tolerate it anymore. “But soon, the group turned the place into a gambling den, playing carom with money and drinking every night. “My father lost his temper, rushed into the room and told them to leave or he would take legal action. Residents of the area said Haque, a former employee of Kamarhati jule mill, had allowed a group of youths to play carom in a room on his courtyard..