A Herder Killed by Truck While Chasing Goat Thieves in Mathura: Road Blockade and Stone-Throwing by Angered Herders A herder named Chandrashekhar "Farsa Wale Baba" was killed by a truck while pursuing goat thieves in Mathura on Saturday morning. According to reports, the incident occurred near Kotwana Chowk in Navipur when the accused goat thieves struck him with a vehicle. The herder was reportedly chasing the thieves on a motorcycle. Following the incident, a large number of herders gathered at the scene, blocking the highway and throwing stones. Police are currently trying to de-escalate the situation. The herder was part of a group of herders actively patrolling the highway on Saturday morning to intercept vehicles carrying goats during Eid celebrations. Around 4 a.m., he was chasing a container on his motorcycle when the goat thieves allegedly struck him with their vehicle. The police have confirmed that one of the accused was apprehended at the scene and handed over to authorities. Angry herders, upset over the incident, have taken to the highway near Chhatka Kat, creating a traffic jam and hurling stones at passing vehicles. Authorities, including the district magistrate and senior police officials, have arrived at the scene to manage the situation. The police are investigating the incident and have not yet commented on the motive behind the attack. The incident has sparked outrage among local herders, who have demanded stricter action against goat thieves. The police have assured that the case will be thoroughly probed, and the accused will be held accountable. Meanwhile, the herder's family has not yet been identified, and details about his background remain unclear.#mathura #chandrashekhar_farsa_wale_baba #navipur #kotwana_chowk #district_magistrate
