In a clash arising out of an old enmity, a man was killed after being attacked with beer bottles and knives outside a restaurant and bar in Malad West in the wee hours on Thursday. Police said the incident took place at around 2.30 am outside the Gurukrupa Bar and Restaurant at Chincholi Bunder. Police have identified the deceased as Kalpesh Bhanushali, 42, a resident of Vitthal Nagar.

Police said they have identified the accused involved and have arrested the main accused, Sanjay Makwana, while the search for others is underway. Police sources said the victim, along with his two friends arrived at the restaurant when the staff told them that it was closed and that they could not be seated. This led to a heated argument.