A 32-year-old man was dragged on the bonnet of a moving car for nearly 5–6 km — from Mumbai international airport to Jogeshwari late Tuesday night. During the terrifying ride, the cab driver allegedly shouted at the victim, Aslam Pathan, “Jump off or I’ll kill you.” The accused has been identified as Bheem Prasad Mahto, a cab driver. Police have registered an FIR and issued a notice to Mahto. The complaint was filed by Pathan’s friend, Justin D’Souza, a resident of Kalyan.

Speaking to mid-day, Pathan said, “I’m also a cab driver. The airport authorities have designated a parking area for pick-up and drop-offs. I had parked my car inside when my friend Justin D’Souza tried to enter the parking lot. Suddenly, another cab driver, Bheem Mahto, attempted to overtake him in a narrow lane.” D’Souza added, “Mahto began abusing me and, after parking his car, struck me on the head with his car key.

Victim Aslam Pathan; (right) Pathan’s friend Justin D’Souza who was hit on the head by the accused. Pics/BY special arrangement