Mangaluru Police Register Two Cases After Alleged Motorcycle Theft and Assault in Belthangady
In a disturbing incident in Mangaluru, two separate cases have been registered at the Venoor police station following an alleged attempt to steal a motorcycle and a subsequent assault in Marodi village, located in Belthangady taluk. The events unfolded in the early hours of January 20, leading to multiple complaints and ongoing investigations by the authorities.
Details of the Motorcycle Theft Attempt and Assault
According to police reports, between 2.10 am and 2.30 am on January 20, two accused individuals, identified as Moyidin Naseer and Abdul Samad, allegedly attempted to steal a motorcycle parked near the house of the complainant, Deviprasad. Deviprasad, a 22-year-old resident of Marodi village in Belthangady taluk, at Palaragoli in Marodi village, intervened to stop the theft. In response, the accused allegedly assaulted him and tried to flee with the motorcycle. Based on Deviprasad's complaint, the Venoor police station registered a case under Sections 303(2) and 307 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), highlighting the serious nature of the charges related to theft and assault.
Related Complaint of Unlawful Assembly and Threats
In a related development, another complaint was filed by Abdul Samad, a 29-year-old resident of Bengre. He alleged that during the incident, an unlawful assembly of approximately 25 to 30 people gathered around him and his friend. The group reportedly surrounded them, used obscene language to abuse them, assaulted them with hands and wooden sticks, tied them to a tree, and issued death threats. This complaint led to the registration of a separate case at the Venoor police station under multiple sections of the BNS, including Sections 189(2), 191(2), 191(3), 352, 115(2), 118(1), and 351(2) read with Section 190, indicating a range of offenses from unlawful assembly to assault and threats.
Police Investigation and Current Status
The police have confirmed that both cases are currently under investigation. The incidents have raised concerns about law and order in the area, with authorities working to gather evidence and statements from all parties involved. The use of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita in these cases underscores the legal framework being applied to address such criminal activities in Mangaluru.
Residents of Marodi village and surrounding areas in Belthangady taluk are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the Venoor police station. The cases highlight the importance of community cooperation in preventing and addressing crime, as well as the role of law enforcement in ensuring justice and safety in the region.
