Source : INDIA TODAY NEWS
Bigg Boss 17 fame YouTuber Anurag Dobhal, popularly known online as UK07 Rider, has been arrested by Dehradun Police alongside three of his associates following an alleged violent assault on his wife Ritika’s cousin, Raj Singh Chauhan. The arrest took place after a case was registered at the Nehru Colony Police Station in Dehradun, charging the group with attempt to murder, wrongful restraint, assault, and criminal intimidation.
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According to the official police complaint filed by Raj Singh Chauhan, the incident occurred on the evening of October 5 near a cafe on Haridwar Bypass. Chauhan said that he met Dobhal and his associates around 6:00 pm. An argument reportedly escalated into physical violence around 8:00 PM, with Dobhal and his group allegedly launching an attack.
In his complaint, Chauhan alleged that Dobhal attempted to choke him, while the YouTuber’s companions physically assaulted him using iron weapons and wooden sticks. Speaking to Aaj Tak, Chauhan detailed the ordeal, alleging that Dobhal arrived at the venue accompanied by bouncers and forcefully demanded his mobile phone password before starting the assault.
Displaying visible facial injuries and bite marks on his hands, Chauhan expressed fear for his life and publicly appealed to Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, demanding strict action against all individuals involved in the incident.
Denying the allegations completely, Dobhal dismissed the claims as baseless during a conversation with Aaj Tak, maintaining that he is innocent.
Dehradun Police confirmed that four individuals, including Dobhal, have been taken into custody. Addressing the press, the Senior Superintendent of Police (City) said that an official case has been registered based on the complaint and an investigation is underway to ascertain the full sequence of events.
Known online as ‘The UK07 Rider’, Anurag Dobhal is one of India’s most prominent moto-vloggers and digital content creators. Hailing from Dehradun, Uttarakhand, Dobhal began his digital journey in 2018 by documenting his superbike expeditions, stunt riding, and cross-country road trips. His engaging narrative style and passion for luxury motorbikes resonated strongly with youth audiences, helping him amass a massive subscriber base of over 7 million on YouTube and a formidable following across social media platforms.
Dobhal’s mainstream popularity surged significantly in 2023 following his participation as a contestant on the reality television show Bigg Boss 17. During his stint on the show, his distinct ‘Babu Bhaiya’ persona and outspoken nature frequently made headlines, establishing him as a household name beyond the digital vlogging community. Post Bigg Boss, he expanded his brand presence through high-profile content collaborations, lifestyle vlogs, and public appearances.
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Reported by Sagar Sharma
SOURCE :- TIMES OF INDIA
