Mangaluru: A heated altercation broke out near the Kankanady bypass involving an auto-rickshaw driver and a car driver, reportedly due to a dispute over right of way. What began as a verbal argument quickly escalated into a physical confrontation, drawing the attention of passersby.
Eyewitnesses claimed the disagreement over who should give way led to both drivers hurling abuses, which soon turned into a full-blown scuffle on the busy road. The incident caused minor traffic disruption as onlookers tried to intervene.
Multiple videos of the incident, recorded by commuters, are now making the rounds on social media platforms, sparking discussions on rising road rage incidents in urban areas. The footage shows both individuals involved in pushing and shoving, with no immediate police presence at the scene.
While no official police complaint has been lodged yet, locals have raised concerns about increasing aggression among drivers and the lack of effective mechanisms to handle such roadside disputes peacefully.
Authorities are expected to take note of the viral clips and may call in both parties for questioning. Many online users have urged the Mangaluru police to take strict action and promote civic behavior awareness campaigns to prevent such incidents in the future.