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Pune Police Arrest 7, Including Reel Star, Over Cafe Attack

7 arrested for attacking 19-year-old at Cafe Flying Gypsy, dispute linked to Satara

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
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City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Mon, 17 August 2026 at 01:42 pm
Pune Police Arrest 7, Including Reel Star, Over Cafe Attack

A violent attack occurred at Cafe Flying Gypsy in the Deccan Gymkhana area of Pune, where a 19-year-old man, Atharva Pramod Jagtap, was assaulted with sharp weapons, chairs, and kicks. The incident took place on August 15 at around 3:15 am, when Jagtap was leaving the cafe on Shirole Road.

The Deccan police have arrested seven people, including Pune-based reel creator Madhavi Kumbhar, in connection with the attack. According to the police, the group confronted Jagtap over remarks he had made to some women, and the situation escalated into a violent attack.

Despite being injured, Jagtap went to the Deccan police station and lodged a complaint, following which the police registered a case of attempted murder and began an investigation. The investigation revealed that the alleged attack may have been linked to an older dispute in the Satara district.

Police found that Jagtap and one of the accused women were acquainted with each other, and the two groups had clashed months ago at the Kas Plateau in Satara over an argument about the manner in which a car was being driven. The earlier dispute allegedly resurfaced in Pune, leading to the attack.

Among those arrested are Kumbhar, a resident of Kalepadal in Hadapsar, Snehal Sonke of Pimple Gurav, and Shardul Oval of Hadapsar. The police have also booked seven to eight unidentified people who allegedly accompanied the accused, and efforts are underway to identify and arrest the remaining suspects.

The police are investigating whether the attack was pre-planned, and the incident has raised concerns over repeated altercations and violence reported in and around the cafe. The Deccan police are working to ensure the safety and security of citizens in the area.

The arrest of the seven individuals, including a reel star, has brought attention to the incident, and the police are taking steps to prevent such violent attacks in the future. The investigation is ongoing, and more details are expected to emerge as the case unfolds.

The incident has highlighted the need for increased security measures in public places, particularly in areas known for late-night gatherings. The police are urging citizens to report any suspicious activity and to cooperate with the authorities in maintaining law and order.

In conclusion, the attack at Cafe Flying Gypsy has raised concerns over violence and altercations in public places, and the police are working to ensure the safety and security of citizens in the area. The investigation is ongoing, and the authorities are taking steps to prevent such incidents in the future.

The incident has also brought attention to the importance of resolving disputes peacefully and avoiding violent confrontations. The police are urging citizens to report any disputes or altercations to the authorities, rather than taking the law into their own hands.

Overall, the attack at Cafe Flying Gypsy is a reminder of the need for increased security measures and cooperation between citizens and the authorities to maintain law and order in public places.

Frequently asked questions

What happened at Cafe Flying Gypsy?

A 19-year-old man was attacked with sharp weapons, chairs, and kicks by a group of people.

Why was the man attacked?

The attack was allegedly linked to an older dispute in the Satara district, which resurfaced in Pune.

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