Two Men Arrested for Assaulting Bus Conductor in Trichy Over Footboard Dispute
Police in Trichy have arrested two young men for allegedly assaulting a government bus conductor. The incident stemmed from an argument over passengers standing on the footboard of a moving bus.
Details of the Incident
The assault occurred on January 13 near the Gandhi Market Arch. A government bus was proceeding through the area when the conductor, identified as Raja, 43, noticed several passengers standing on the rear steps.
Raja asked these passengers to move inside the bus for their safety. This request angered two of the passengers, leading to a heated argument.
Arrest and Charges
The accused have been identified as S Karthikeyan, 22, and A Hariprasad, 22. Both men are residents of Ariyamangalam in Trichy. Police describe Karthikeyan as a history-sheeter with a criminal record.
According to police reports, the two men allegedly abused the conductor in filthy language during the argument. They then physically assaulted him, causing injuries.
The assault reportedly included obstruction of the conductor's official duties. The accused also threatened the conductor with dire consequences if he continued to perform his job.
Injuries and Medical Treatment
The conductor sustained swelling injuries to his nose and cheek from the assault. Medical personnel treated him as an outpatient at a local facility.
Fortunately, his injuries did not require hospital admission. He received treatment and was able to return home the same day.
Police Response and Investigation
Trichy police acted promptly on the complaint filed by the bus conductor. They investigated the incident and gathered evidence from witnesses on the bus.
Based on their investigation, police arrested both Karthikeyan and Hariprasad. The two men now face multiple charges related to the assault and obstruction of official duties.
This incident highlights ongoing concerns about passenger safety on public transportation. Standing on footboards of moving buses remains a dangerous practice that conductors frequently try to prevent.
