Dharmasthala: Following a clash reported earlier today in Dharmasthala, the district police have confirmed that the situation is now under control.
According to the Dakshina Kannada Superintendent of Police, Dr. Arun the crowd at the location has been dispersed, and the situation is peaceful now.
The SP stated that two FIRs are being registered at the Dharmasthala Police Station. One pertains to the alleged assault on a group of YouTubers and damage to two of their vehicles, reportedly by individuals supporting Dharmasthala. The same FIR also includes a complaint regarding the alleged assault on a Suvarna News reporter by individuals supporting the YouTubers.
The second FIR that is being filed involves cases of unlawful assembly at three locations, Pangala (where police had to resort to a lathi charge), within the premises of the Dharmasthala Police Station, and in front of a hospital.
The SP further informed that those injured during the incident were taken to hospital, and preliminary medical reports suggest that no grievous injuries have been sustained.
Police have begun reviewing available video footage related to the incident. Based on this verification, further legal action will be taken and additional cases may be registered if necessary, said the SP.
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Latur (PTI): A minor girl was allegedly kidnapped and raped by an 18-year-old man in Latur, leading to the arrest of the main accused and owners of two cafes where the crime occurred on December 4, police said on Saturday.
Police traced the girl within hours of registering the complaint. The accused, identified as Rihan Gulab Shaikh, was arrested based on the girl's complaint. Two others are owners of two cafes where the crime occurred, police said.
Police registered a case under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS), POCSO Act, and the Prevention of Atrocities Act, an official said.
