In a shocking incident that has triggered outrage online, a shopkeeper in Uttar Pradesh’s Hapur district allegedly locked a seven-year-old boy inside a freezer for around five hours after accusing him of stealing food. A video of the incident, which shows the child crying and pleading, went viral on social media, leading to the shopkeeper’s arrest.
The accused, identified as Azad, was arrested after police acted swiftly following the viral video. The boy was reportedly locked inside the freezer as punishment for allegedly stealing food from the shop.
What the Viral Video Shows
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Accused | Azad (shopkeeper) |
| Victim | 7-year-old boy |
| Location | Hapur district, Uttar Pradesh |
| Duration | Approximately 5 hours |
| Alleged Reason | Accused the boy of stealing food |
| Evidence | Viral video shows the boy crying, pleading, and being threatened |
In the video, Azad is seen berating and abusing the terrified child, who is locked inside the freezer.
“Will you steal again? You said you didn’t steal. What’s your name? You’ve been getting on my nerves,” Azad is heard saying.
The accused is also heard threatening to slit the boy’s throat with a knife. The visibly traumatized child can be seen pleading and denying the accusation.
Police Action
Police officials said they acted swiftly after the video went viral. The accused was arrested, and strict legal action is being taken in the case.
Father’s Reaction
The boy’s father said his son cried for hours after the incident and demanded strict action against the accused.
