Mandya Vigilante Attack: Man Brutally Assaulted Over Missing Girl Case
A shocking incident of vigilante violence has been reported from Dinka village in Pandavapura taluk of Mandya district, where a man was subjected to a brutal and sustained assault. The victim, identified as Naveen, a resident of Mysuru, was attacked along with his brother-in-law by a group of men who accused them of involvement in a missing girl's case.
Police Action and Arrests
In response to the attack, police have taken swift action, arresting fourteen individuals allegedly involved in the crime. Among those apprehended is the prime accused, Girish, aged 47. Authorities are actively searching for the remaining suspects connected to this violent episode. The case has been officially registered at the Pandavapura Police Station, with investigations ongoing to uncover all details.
Details of the Assault
According to preliminary police investigations, the accused allegedly stripped Naveen and assaulted him brutally, resulting in multiple fractures and serious injuries. Disturbingly, the assailants reportedly recorded the entire incident on video. The footage shows the victim pleading for mercy while the attack continued unabated, highlighting the severity of the violence.
Root Cause and Background
Police sources indicate that the violence stemmed from accusations made by the missing girl's father, Ninganna of Bommalapura in KR Pet taluk, along with her brothers Girish and Ganesh. They allegedly suspected Naveen and his relative of assisting in the girl's disappearance. Additionally, it is claimed that an earlier altercation involving Naveen's group and the girl's brother, Sanjay, triggered this retaliatory attack near Kanaganahalli, escalating tensions into physical violence.
Victim's Condition and Recovery
The injured victim, Naveen, is currently undergoing treatment at KR Hospital in Mysuru. Medical reports indicate that he has sustained significant injuries but is now out of danger and on the path to recovery. This incident has raised concerns about vigilante justice and the need for lawful intervention in such cases.
