Bhubaneswar: A sword attack on a trader in Odisha’s capital city in broad daylight has raised concerns among many residents. The incident occurred on Sunday afternoon in the Market Building following a verbal duel between the trader and a youth.

The trader has been injured after the youth allegedly attacked him with a sword.

Following an escalation of a minor dispute, the youth allegedly chased the trader and struck him with a sword before fleeing the scene.

The accused is suspected to be a resident of the Phalikia Basti area. However, his identity is yet to be known.

The incident was reportedly captured on CCTV cameras. The registration number of the vehicle allegedly used by the accused is also visible in the footage, based on which police could identify and trace him.

Police have intensified their investigation by examining CCTV footage and a video of the incident circulating on social media.

Further details regarding the injured trader’s condition and the identification of the accused are awaited.