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Couple Held After Viral Video of Alleged Assault on Traffic Cop in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar

Police say the rider was intoxicated during a traffic stop at the High Court signal.

Overview

  • Traffic constable Santosh Kharat stopped a two-wheeler for dangerous riding near the road divider at the High Court signal, police said.
  • Police identified the rider as Somnath Murlidhar Giri and said he was under the influence of alcohol during the check.
  • Giri allegedly abused and threatened the constable, called his wife Anita to the spot, and the couple allegedly slapped and pushed the officer.
  • The rider reportedly lay down on the road, blocking vehicles and causing congestion before police teams intervened.
  • Pundaliknagar Police and the Damini squad detained the couple, and a case was registered for obstructing a government servant, assaulting a police officer, and causing public inconvenience.