Poonthura police have arrested a 27-year-old man accused of attempting to murder a Muttathara native in retaliation for filing a police complaint against him. The accused has been identified as Vishnu, also known as Makan Vishnu, a resident of Muttathara.
Incident Details
According to police, the incident occurred near Jawahar Mosque in Beemapalli ward around 5:30 PM on Sunday. The accused allegedly intercepted the victim on the road, subjected him to verbal abuse, and then attacked him with a wooden log. Police stated that the attack was carried out with the clear intention of causing serious injuries and killing the victim.
Accused Background
Police investigations revealed that Vishnu is a rowdy history-sheeter with a criminal record. He is an accused in multiple assault cases and is also listed as an RHS (Rowdy History Sheeter) accused under Fort police station limits. The attack was reportedly a direct act of retaliation against the victim for filing a police complaint against him.
Arrest and Legal Proceedings
Following a thorough investigation, Poonthura police tracked down and arrested the accused. He was subsequently produced before the court, which remanded him to judicial custody. Police are continuing further investigations into the case to uncover any additional details or accomplices involved.
The swift action by the Poonthura police has been commended by local residents, who expressed relief that a dangerous individual has been taken off the streets. Authorities have assured the public that all necessary measures will be taken to ensure justice is served.
