Two drunken men assault police personnel in Doddaballapur
Two police officers were injured while attempting to pacify two intoxicated men who were fighting in Doddaballapur. The suspects have been taken into custody by local police for further investigation.
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It highlights the risks faced by emergency response personnel and the challenges of maintaining public order.
Two police personnel attached to the 112 emergency response team were allegedly assaulted by two intoxicated men, at Palanajogihalli in Doddaballapur of Bengaluru Rural district on Sunday.
The incident occurred when the personnel, identified as Manikantha and Rayappa Poojari, were on night patrol duty. The police received an alert through the 112 emergency helpline about two men fighting in the area.
The officers reached the spot and found Harahan Sarihan and Basir Gidda allegedly quarrelling with each other. Both were reportedly under the influence of alcohol.
When the personnel intervened to pacify them, the duo allegedly became aggressive and turned on the officers. The accused allegedly assaulted Manikantha and Poojari, injuring them on their chest, hands and legs.
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