A man was allegedly attacked with a hammer by his daughter’s boyfriend on New Year’s Eve in Juhu when he visited her home to extend New Year wishes. The incident occurred around 1 am on January 1. According to police sources, both the complainant and the accused reside in the same locality, Nehru Nagar, in Juhu.

The accused is reportedly part of a gang with dozens of cases of intimidation and assault registered at Juhu police station, spreading fear and unrest in the area. The complainant has four married daughters, one of whom living in the same locality with her husband. However, she allegedly had an extramarital relationship with the accused. Despite the father repeatedly advising her against it, his efforts made no difference.