Bagalkote: A disturbing incident has emerged from Karnataka’s Bagalkote district, where two minor boys were allegedly tied to a school window and assaulted after a cricket ball accidentally struck a woman while the children were playing.
Police said the incident occurred on June 21 at the Government Kannada Primary School in Narenur LT-01 village of Badami taluk. Three individuals have been taken into custody, and a case has been registered under various provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
The incident has triggered outrage among local residents and raised concerns about the treatment of children and the use of excessive punishment.
Cricket game allegedly led to confrontation
According to police, several children were playing cricket on the school premises at around 11 am as it was a holiday.
During the game, a cricket ball allegedly hit a woman from a nearby house. Investigators said the incident appeared to be accidental.
Police stated that the woman became upset following the incident and allegedly began verbally abusing the children.
What started as a disagreement over the cricket ball soon escalated into a serious confrontation involving two of the boys.
Boys allegedly tied up and assaulted
According to the complaint, the accused allegedly tied two boys, identified as Prajwal and Sushanth, to an iron grill or window structure on the school premises using a rope.
Police said the children were then allegedly assaulted with hands and slippers.
The boys were reportedly unable to free themselves and remained restrained until local residents intervened.
Witnesses who came to know about the incident reportedly rushed to the spot and helped release the children.
Authorities are examining statements from eyewitnesses as part of the investigation.
Children admitted to hospital
Following the alleged assault, the two boys sustained injuries and were taken to hospital for treatment.
Officials said medical examinations were conducted and reports have been included as part of the case records.
The condition of the children has not been reported as critical.
Family members later approached the police and lodged a formal complaint regarding the incident.
Police register case
After receiving the complaint, personnel from Kerur Police Station visited the location and initiated an investigation.
Police have registered a case under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, including provisions related to assault, wrongful confinement and common intention.
Investigators are collecting evidence and verifying the sequence of events leading up to the alleged assault.
Officials said all legal procedures are being followed as the case involves minor children.
Three people taken into custody
Police have taken three individuals into custody in connection with the incident.
The accused have been identified as Renuka Gopal Lamani, Basavaraj Gopal Lamani and Abhi Shivappa Lamani.
Authorities have not yet disclosed the specific role allegedly played by each accused.
Further questioning is underway to determine the extent of their involvement and whether additional charges may be applicable.
Incident sparks concern
The case has drawn attention in the local community, with many expressing concern over the alleged treatment of the children.
Child rights advocates have repeatedly stressed that disputes involving minors should be handled through lawful and non-violent means.
The incident has also highlighted the importance of ensuring children’s safety, particularly in situations where conflicts arise between adults and minors.
Police have urged the public not to take matters into their own hands and to report grievances through appropriate channels.
Investigation continues
Officials said the investigation remains ongoing and additional details are expected to emerge as statements are recorded and evidence is examined.
Police are also reviewing the circumstances surrounding the alleged confinement and assault of the boys.
Further action will be taken based on the findings of the investigation.
Conclusion
Two minor boys were allegedly tied to a school window and assaulted in Karnataka’s Bagalkote district after a cricket ball accidentally hit a woman. Police have registered a case, taken three people into custody and launched a detailed investigation into the incident. The case has sparked concern over child safety and the use of violence as punishment.