Auto driver arrested for entering, misbehaving at Kodagu Medical College girls hostel
Kodagu: The police have arrested an auto driver for his alleged indecent behavior at the female students' hostel of Kodagu Medical College. The incident has triggered protests by college students who are voicing concerns over inadequate security measures at the hostel.
The accused, identified as Sijil (25), an auto driver and a resident of Nellihudikeri, was reportedly under the influence of alcohol when the incident occurred.
Angered by the incident and the perceived lack of security, students staged a protest on Monday, demanding better safety measures within the hostel premises. They highlighted the absence of a robust security gate as a major concern.
In response to the incident, the local police took action, arresting Sijil under the guidance of District Superintendent of Police K. Rama Rajan.
This incident is not an isolated case, as there have been reports of several individuals on motorcycles, autos, and other vehicles behaving improperly and causing distress to the hostel's female occupants. The police have registered cases against three more individuals, Manu C (27), Prashant S (27), and Kiran (28), all residents of Madikeri, believed to be connected to similar incidents.
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Man arrested in Belur for alleged dowry harassment, murder of wife
Belur: A 40-year-old man has been arrested in Rajanasiriyur village of Belur taluk on charges of dowry harassment and allegedly murdering his wife.
The accused, identified as Madhu, was married to 34-year-old Channamma for the past 15 years. According to police sources, the couple had frequent disputes in recent years, and family members had intervened on several occasions to resolve their differences.
Madhu is also accused of harassing Channamma for dowry despite her family having purchased an auto rickshaw for him earlier.
On February 18, Channamma was allegedly assaulted by her husband and sustained serious injuries. She was admitted to the district hospital and underwent treatment for nearly a week. However, she died on February 25 after failing to respond to medical care.
Following the incident, a case was registered at the Halebidu Police Station. Police officials visited the village, conducted an inspection and took Madhu into custody.
Further investigation is in progress.
