Scientist’s car attacked in Bengaluru by 4 armed men, probe on

They allegedly tried to stop the car by smashing the rear windshield but the scientist did not stop until he reached his home even though the vehicle suffered damages. When he called the police helpline and reported the attack, he was told to file a formal police complaint with the Madanayakanahalli police, as per the FIR registered by the police.

The police filed a case under Indian Penal Code (IPC) sections for criminal intimidation, causing mischief by damage, and wrongful confinement. They are looking at CCTV footage in the areas to establish the suspects’ identities.

“A narrow escape from local goons on Aug 24, 12:45 AM at Rauthanahalli Main road. They tried stopping my car, chased with swords, shattering back glass. Traumatized by the delayed police response. Seeking justice, lodging FIR at Madnayakanahalli PS today. urgent action is needed!” the scientist said on social media on August 27, ahead of registering the FIR.

He tagged the city police commissioner and senior police officials. He later thanked the police for taking up a case and expressed hope of a quick cracking of the case.