Mangaluru: Ullal police have arrested a history-sheeter and his alleged accomplice after a sword-wielding incident outside a bar at Thokkottu Junction in Ullal late at night.
The incident reportedly occurred after midnight when the accused allegedly brandished a sword and threatened customers outside the bar. CCTV footage of the incident subsequently circulated on social media, drawing attention to the incident.
Ullal police act swiftly
According to reports, the main accused has been identified as Mohammed Shakir, a history-sheeter. Ullal police acted after the incident was brought to their notice and arrested Shakir along with another person allegedly involved in the incident.
The police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the confrontation and the role of the two accused.
CCTV footage draws attention
The incident was reportedly captured on CCTV cameras installed in the area. Footage showing the alleged sword-wielding incident was shared widely online.
The circulation of the footage has also raised concerns about public safety around commercial establishments in the Thokkottu area, particularly during late-night hours.
Police action has helped bring the reported incident under investigation, while further details regarding the circumstances leading to the confrontation are awaited.
Police step up vigilance
The incident comes amid continued efforts by police in the Mangaluru region to monitor the activities of habitual offenders and maintain public order.
The arrest of the accused and his alleged accomplice is expected to help police establish what led to the incident and whether any previous dispute was involved.
Police have urged the public to report incidents involving threats or weapons promptly rather than attempting to intervene themselves.
Further investigation is underway.