Ujjain Chaos: Mob Attacks Police Team, 4 Officers Injured
A police team was attacked with stones and sticks in Ujjain's Nagjhiri village while trying to arrest an assault suspect.
A routine attempt to apprehend a suspect turned into a violent confrontation in Madhya Pradesh's Ujjain district, leaving four police personnel injured after they were targeted by a mob. The incident unfolded in Nagjhiri village, falling under the jurisdiction of the Unhel police station, where officers were met with a barrage of sticks and stones.
The Spark: A Neighborly Dispute
The violence traces back to a complaint filed eight days prior by a local resident, Kanchanbai Banjara. She had accused her neighbor, Sardar Singh Banjara, of assault and using abusive language. Despite the police summoning the accused for questioning at the station, Sardar Singh had consistently failed to report, prompting the authorities to take direct action.
The Ambush in Nagjhiri
On Wednesday, around 12:15 PM, a police team led by Sub-Inspector (SI) Dhara Singh Chavda arrived at the village to track down the suspect. The team included constables Akhilesh Yadav, Pankaj Kharte, Vikram Raghav, and female constable Neha Bhalse.
The officers tracked the suspect to a residence located on his agricultural land. While the suspect's wife initially attempted to mislead the police by claiming her husband was not home, the officers spotted him hiding behind a door.
Violence Erupts
As SI Chavda questioned the man about his absence from the police station and attempted to take him into custody, the situation escalated rapidly. Members of the suspect's family allegedly launched a sudden attack on the police team using stones and wooden sticks.
The assault left four officers injured, including female constable Neha Bhalse. The violence was severe enough that the uniform of the Sub-Inspector was torn during the scuffle.
Police Crackdown and Current Status
Following the attack, the police department shifted into high gear to restore order and bring the perpetrators to justice. The authorities have taken the following steps:
- Criminal Charges: A formal case has been registered against seven named individuals involved in the assault.
- Detentions: Police have already detained one man and two women for questioning in connection with the violence.
- Security Measures: To prevent further unrest and send a clear message of authority, a flag march was conducted throughout the village.
A search operation is currently underway to locate the remaining suspects, and the investigation into the mob attack continues.