In a concerning incident in Shikaripura town of Karnataka’s Shivamogga district, a 23-year-old man identified as Susheel was stabbed by a juvenile and three accomplices after he scolded the juvenile for performing dangerous stunts on his bicycle and reckless riding. The victim, employed as a computer operator in a college, sustained serious stab wounds to his chest and stomach but is reported to be in stable condition, as confirmed by local police on Wednesday.

The altercation arose when Susheel, while walking his pet dog on Tuesday evening, encountered the 16-year-old performing wheeling and reckless maneuvers on his bicycle. Following a scolding from Susheel, a heated argument ensued between the two parties. Subsequently, the juvenile, accompanied by his three associates, approached Susheel’s residence where they assaulted him with a knife before fleeing the scene.

Law enforcement officials have initiated an investigation into the incident, with three of the accused, including the juvenile, already in custody. Efforts are underway to apprehend the fourth suspect involved in the attack.