Archive · 1 Jun 2025
Excise Inspector Allegedly Slaps, Beats Salesman Over Beer Price
A liquor salesman in Noida was allegedly slapped and beaten by an excise inspector.
The salesman said the inspector was angry about overcharging customers for beer.
The inspector also took the CCTV camera's DVR.
The salesman's family protested because police initially refused to register a complaint.
The district excise officer started an investigation.
The inspector stated the salesman was drunk and misbehaved.
The DEO said the salesman may have hurt himself later.
The investigation will determine the appropriate action.
A liquor salesman was allegedly assaulted by an excise inspector in Greater Noida.
The salesman claimed the inspector was angry about overcharging customers for beer.
The salesman's family protested after police initially refused to register a complaint.
The district excise officer initiated a departmental inquiry.
Conflicting accounts exist regarding the incident.
- Who
- Manish Kumar, a liquor salesman, and excise inspector Chandra Shekhar
- What
- An excise inspector allegedly assaulted a liquor salesman.
- When
- Friday evening
- Where
- Greater Noida, India
- Why
- Dispute over alleged overcharging for beer bottles.
Salesman's Account
Inspector's Account
Incident Account
Salesman's Account
Salesman claims he was assaulted by the excise inspector.
Inspector's Account
Excise inspector claims salesman was drunk and misbehaved.
- Salesman's Name
- Manish Kumar
- Salesman's Age
- 29
- Inspector
- Chandra Shekhar
- Location of Incident
- Model shop in Jagat Farm, Greater Noida
- Reason for Assault (Alleged)
- Overcharging customers
- Investigation Status
- Departmental inquiry initiated