Pune: Neighbours Fight Over Cat Waste; Dispute Turns Violent In Yerwada
Pune: Neighbours Fight Over Cat Waste; Dispute Turns Violent In Yerwada
Pune, March 20, 2026: A minor dispute over a pet cat’s mess escalated into a violent altercation between neighbours in the Yerwada area, with three women allegedly involved in a physical fight. The matter has now reached the police.
The incident took place on March 18 around 1:30 pm in Yashwant Nagar locality. According to police, the dispute began when a resident, Komal Shirsagar (29), noticed that a cat had defecated near her doorstep. The animal was believed to belong to her neighbours, Munni Shaikh and Siba Shaikh.
When Shirsagar asked them to clean the area, the neighbours reportedly denied ownership of the cat, triggering an argument. What began as a disagreement over cleanliness quickly escalated into a heated verbal exchange.
Police said the situation soon turned violent, with allegations that Munni and Siba Shaikh physically assaulted Shirsagar in public. The scuffle caused tension in the locality for some time.
Following the incident, the injured woman approached the Yerwada Police Station and filed a complaint. Based on her statement, police have registered a non-cognizable (NC) offence against the two accused.
Authorities stated that further inquiry is underway. The incident has sparked local discussion, highlighting how a trivial issue escalated into a legal matter between two families.
