Bengaluru: Man made to sit on firecrackers as stunt; dies unable to sustain severe explosion

In a tragic incident in Bengaluru, a 32-year-old man lost his life after a dangerous stunt involving firecrackers turned fatal. The victim, identified as Shabarish, reportedly sat on a box filled with firecrackers as part of a bet with six friends, according to local police. The incident took place in Konanakunte on October 31, when Shabarish and his friends, allegedly under the influence of alcohol, decided to engage in the risky game.

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As per reports, the group had wagered that if Shabarish sat on the firecracker box while they ignited it, they would reward him with an autorickshaw. CCTV footage of the event, which has surfaced on social media, captures Shabarish seated on the box as one friend lit the firecrackers and then quickly moved away. The explosive power of the firecrackers caused thick smoke to fill the area as Shabarish collapsed on the road. He was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital, but succumbed to his injuries on November 2.

Authorities have registered a case of culpable homicide against the six individuals involved. Deputy Commissioner of Police (South Bengaluru) Lokesh Jagalasar confirmed that the friends were taken into custody and presented in court. The police have launched a full investigation into the incident.