A 54-year-old man from Udupi sustained serious injuries in Mangaluru after being attacked by a group of youths he was attempting to film while they were carrying knives. The incident has raised significant concerns about public safety and the growing boldness of criminal elements in the area.
Violent Confrontation in Kankanady
The alarming episode unfolded near the Kankanady Government Junior College on Thursday evening. The victim, identified as Purushottam, a resident of Udupi, noticed a group of young men openly carrying sharp weapons and decided to document the suspicious activity on his mobile phone.
According to police reports, when the youths realized they were being recorded, they immediately turned hostile. Instead of fleeing the scene, they aggressively confronted Purushottam, demanding that he delete the footage. The situation quickly escalated from a verbal confrontation to physical violence.
Severe Injuries and Police Response
The assailants did not stop at threats. They physically assaulted Purushottam, causing him to fall and sustain a severe head injury. The attack resulted in significant bleeding and required immediate medical attention at a local hospital where he is currently receiving treatment.
Law enforcement authorities from the Kankanady police station have registered a case and launched a comprehensive investigation into the matter. Police are examining CCTV footage from the vicinity and conducting door-to-door inquiries to identify and apprehend the suspects involved in this brazen attack.
Growing Public Safety Concerns
This incident has sparked serious discussions among local residents about the deteriorating security situation in the region. The fact that young men were boldly carrying knives in a public area near an educational institution has particularly alarmed the community.
Local citizens have expressed their apprehension about the increasing boldness of criminal elements who now seem undeterred by public presence or the risk of being recorded. Many are calling for enhanced police patrols and stricter enforcement of weapons regulations in public spaces.
The Kankanady police have assured the public that they are treating this case with utmost priority and are determined to bring the perpetrators to justice. They have also appealed to witnesses to come forward with any additional information that might assist in the investigation.
