Three Men Posing as Vigilance Officials Clash with Traffic Police in Ludhiana, Arrested After Assault
In a brazen incident in Ludhiana, three men who allegedly impersonated vigilance officials were arrested after they clashed with traffic police during a routine vehicle-checking drive in the Jamalpur area. The accused reportedly assaulted the officers and tore their uniforms, leading to a swift police response and their subsequent detention.
Incident Unfolds During Evening Vehicle Check
The confrontation occurred around 5:30 PM when ASI Dalip Kumar was conducting a standard vehicle inspection. During the operation, a Tata Indigo car was stopped for lacking a high-security registration plate. Police stated that the driver, identified as Raj Kumar Khatri, claimed to be a senior vigilance officer and threatened the ASI when asked to produce the necessary vehicle documents.
When ASI Dalip Kumar demanded an official identity card to verify the driver's claims, the situation escalated rapidly. The driver and his two companions, Nishant and Ravi Kumar, began verbally abusing the officer. As the ASI objected to their behavior, they allegedly manhandled him, resulting in the buttons of his uniform being torn off.
Assault on Police and Attempted Escape
Other traffic personnel rushed to assist ASI Dalip Kumar but were also assaulted by the trio. The accused then attempted to flee the scene in their vehicle, further obstructing official duty and issuing threats to the police officers. This aggressive act prompted an immediate alert across the area.
Head constable Gursahib Preet Singh confirmed that a wireless message was flashed, leading to the interception of the vehicle at the next intersection. All three accused were successfully detained, and their Tata Indigo was seized as part of the investigation.
Legal Action and Ongoing Investigation
An FIR has been registered against the accused under multiple sections of the Indian Penal Code, including:
- Section 132 for assault on a public servant
- Section 221 for obstructing a public servant in the discharge of their duty
- Section 351(2) for criminal intimidation
- Section 3(5) for common intention in committing the offense
Police officials have emphasized that further investigation is underway to verify the authenticity of the accused men's claims regarding their alleged roles as vigilance officials. This incident highlights the challenges faced by law enforcement in maintaining order and the serious consequences of impersonating government authorities.
