Violence has marred Bhandup again as a 27-year-old history-sheeter was attacked and stabbed to death by swords and knives in the wee hours of Monday. The deceased, Suraj Mehra alias Suraj Nepali, was out on bail since the past couple of years and was running a Chinese food centre. Bhandup police arrested two persons and are trying to track down three others accused in the case.

Recently, Bhandup had become a talking point after traders raised grievances regarding anti-social elements. Police increased surveillance in the area to keep a tab on the criminals, but fights between criminal groups are still on. The incident is also reminiscent of 2018 when 12 murders took place in Bhandup within eight months.