Police Team Assaulted While Enforcing Noise Norms in Moga
An emergency Police Control Room (PCR) team was allegedly attacked late Monday night after responding to complaints about a loud DJ party on the Moga-Kotkapura bypass road. The assailants pelted stones and assaulted the officers with iron pipes, leaving a head constable seriously injured. Five individuals have been arrested in connection with the incident, while two remain at large.
Incident Details: Loud Music Leads to Violence
According to the FIR registered at the local police station, the emergency response system (Dial 112) received complaints at around 2 am about loud music being played at a party well beyond the permissible hours. A PCR team comprising Head Constable Subba Singh and Officer Jagjit Singh reached the spot to investigate. When the officers asked the party hosts to switch off the music, an argument reportedly broke out. Police alleged that a group of heavily intoxicated youths refused to comply and attacked the PCR team. The assailants allegedly pelted stones and assaulted the officers with iron pipes.
Injuries and Medical Response
Head Constable Subba Singh suffered serious injuries in the attack. After the control room was alerted, a backup police team rushed to the spot and rescued the officers from further harm. The injured head constable was taken to the Civil Hospital in Moga, where he is undergoing emergency treatment. Inspector Gurtej Singh of the local police station confirmed that the officer is receiving medical care and his condition is stable.
Legal Action and Arrests
Inspector Gurtej Singh stated that a case has been registered based on the statement of the injured officer under charges related to assaulting a public servant and obstructing a government servant from discharging official duty. Police have booked seven youths in connection with the attack. So far, five accused, including local youths Niranjan Singh and Mani, have been arrested. Raids are underway to apprehend the remaining suspects allegedly involved in the stone-pelting and assault.
Broader Implications for Law Enforcement
This incident highlights the risks faced by police personnel when enforcing noise pollution regulations, especially during late-night parties. The attack underscores the need for stricter measures to protect public servants performing their duties. Police have urged the public to cooperate with law enforcement and adhere to permissible noise levels to avoid such confrontations.
