Who attacked ex-Muslim YouTuber Saleem Wastik? Inside the Ghaziabad stabbing case

Wastik, who publicly identifies as an ex-Muslim and is known for appearing on television debates, was attacked on February 27 at his office set up inside his residence in Ashok Vihar Colony.

According to reports, two men arrived on a motorcycle without a number plate and entered the premises wearing helmets, which they did not remove. The attackers allegedly stabbed Wastik multiple times, and witnesses claimed there was also an attempt to slit his throat.

Family members and locals immediately rushed him to a nearby hospital. Doctors later referred him to Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital in Delhi after identifying the injuries as life-threatening.

Police reached the spot in the Ali Garden area after receiving a distress call through Dial 112 around 8 am.

Wastik’s son, Usman, lodged a formal complaint naming the two unidentified attackers and also mentioning several individuals he suspects may be linked to the incident. The names cited in the complaint include Ashfaq Sonu, Shahrukh Neta, Bhati Builder, and a local AIMIM leader identified as Ajgar.

Police have launched an investigation into the attack, which has triggered debate around freedom of expression, social media activism, and the safety of controversial public figures.

About Saleem Wastik

Wastik is a YouTuber, social media commentator, and television debate panelist. He runs YouTube channels with over 28,000 subscribers and nearly 179 videos.

He is known for expressing strong views on religion and social issues and regularly participates in online and television discussions.

Who is an ex-Muslim?

An ex-Muslim is a person who previously followed Islam but no longer identifies as Muslim.

It is a self-chosen religious identity, similar to terms like ex-Christian or ex-Hindu, and refers only to a person’s religious belief, not their ethnicity or cultural background.