NEW DELHI: A woman has been detained for assaulting a minor boy after he objected to her bringing her pet dog inside a lift at a residential society in Greater Noida, police said on Thursday.
The incident took place on Wednesday at 12th Avenue Society of Gaur City 2 and came to light after a video of the altercation went viral on social media.
Boy dragged out of lift, video sparks outrage
The purported video shows the woman entering the society’s lift with her pet dog, while the child inside objects to its presence. Instead of complying, she is seen forcibly dragging him out of the lift, ignoring his pleas.
Confirming the incident, Central Noida Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Shakti Mohan Avasthy said, “A video of the incident went viral, in which a woman was seen dragging a child out of the lift. A case has been registered, and the woman has been detained. Further legal action is being taken.”
Residents demand action
The video has triggered widespread anger among residents, with many calling for strict action against the woman.
“The boy was visibly scared and pleaded with her not to enter the lift with the dog. Instead of pacifying him, she rudely dragged him out. It was shocking,” said a resident.
Another society member termed the incident “disheartening”, adding that such behaviour should not be tolerated.
Police said they are investigating the matter, and appropriate legal action will follow.