Two drunken men assault police personnel in Doddaballapur
Two police officers from the 112 emergency response team were reportedly assaulted by two drunk men in Doddaballapur, Bengaluru Rural district, on Sunday night. The incident took place at Palanajogihalli when the officers, Manikantha and Rayappa Poojari, were on patrol duty. An alert about a fight in the area was received through the 112 emergency helpline and police personnel rushed to the spot.
They found Harahan Sarihan and Basir Gidda engaged in a quarrel, both of whom were reportedly intoxicated. Upon intervention by the officers to calm the situation, the duo allegedly turned aggressive and began attacking the policemen. Manikantha and Poojari sustained injuries to their chest, hands, and legs. The injured officers were transported to the Doddaballapur Government Hospital.
The accused were subsequently taken into custody by the Doddaballapur Rural police. Further investigation has been initiated.
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