Watch video: Man injured after falling from balcony while reaching for ice cream

A man sustained injuries after falling from a first-floor balcony while attempting to collect an ice cream from a street vendor in Uttar Pradesh's Sonbhadra district, according to a video that has gone viral on social media.

The incident reportedly occurred when the man leaned over from the balcony to take the ice cream from the vendor below. During the attempt, he lost his balance and fell to the ground.

Video of incident circulates online

The footage, widely shared on social media platforms, shows the man reaching down from the balcony toward the ice cream seller before losing his footing and falling.

The video quickly drew attention online, prompting concerns about the condition of the individual involved.

Police confirm man is receiving treatment

Responding to the viral post, Sonbhadra Police said the injured man is undergoing medical treatment and that the situation remains under control.

"It is to be informed that the person appearing in the viral video has sustained injuries, which are being treated at the hospital. The situation is currently normal, and there is no issue related to law and order," the police said in a statement posted on social media.

No law and order concerns, say authorities

Authorities clarified that the incident was accidental in nature and that there were no law and order issues arising from the episode.

The police statement came as the video continued to circulate widely online, with users reacting to the unusual circumstances surrounding the fall.

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