Mohali Scientist Dies After Assault by Neighbour Over Parking Dispute

Dr. Abhishek Swarnkar, a scientist with the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), died after a parking tussle with his neighbour near his rented home in Mohali.

The police officials on Thursday informed that the 39-year old scientist died after he was pushed to the ground following an altercation with his neighbour, Monty.

The incident took place on Tuesday night when Dr. Swarnkar was parking his motorbike, and Monty objected to it. Subsequently, an argument broke out between them, and Monty allegedly pushed the scientist, who fell on the road.