Three policemen attacked with chilli powder, bricks in Delhi; juvenile apprehended
Three Delhi Police personnel were injured during an altercation in Mukundpur after being attacked with chilli powder and bricks by a group. A 17-year-old juvenile has been apprehended, and police are investigating the incident under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
Why it matters
This incident reflects ongoing challenges regarding law enforcement safety and criminal activity in urban areas, prompting discussions on public order.
Three Delhi Police personnel were injured after a group allegedly attacked them with chilli powder, bricks and sticks in Mukundpur’s Janta Vihar, police said on Sunday.
Head Constables Dinesh and Rajesh of Bhalswa Dairy police station were attacked on Saturday at 3.30 p.m. after returning to their beat, having taken a motorcycle without valid documents to the police station under the Delhi Police Act.
“Head Constable Tinu, who came to assist them, was also assaulted. Dinesh suffered a head injury. All three are stable,” said a police officer.
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