Kadaba: A case has been registered at the Kadaba Police Station following allegations of assault, caste-based abuse and criminal intimidation at a bar and restaurant in Kadaba village. The incident, which reportedly took place late on the night of January 16, has led to the booking of three accused under provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, and the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Amendment Act, 2015.
Incident reported at Surabhi Bar and Restaurant
According to the First Information Report (FIR), the complainant Jagadish (28), a resident of Palthadu village in Kadaba taluk, had visited Surabhi Bar and Restaurant located at Kalara. The incident allegedly occurred between 10.00 pm and 10.30 pm, after he had finished his meal and was standing near the cash counter of the establishment.
The complaint states that three individuals known to him — identified as Ajay, Baby and Anil — allegedly initiated a confrontation without any provocation. Jagadish has claimed that the accused began abusing him verbally and soon escalated the altercation into physical violence.
Allegations of caste-based abuse and assault
As per the FIR, the accused allegedly abused Jagadish using caste-based slurs, an offence that attracts stringent legal provisions under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. The complainant further alleged that the three men assaulted him by hitting his cheek, head, shoulder and back with their hands.
The complaint also mentions that the accused issued death threats during the incident, causing fear and mental distress. The alleged acts of abuse, assault and intimidation reportedly took place in the presence of others at the bar and restaurant, adding to the seriousness of the accusations.
Case registered under BNS and SC/ST Act
Based on the complaint, Kadaba police have registered a case under Crime No. 08/2026. The police have invoked Sections 115(2), 352 and 351(3) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, which deal with offences related to voluntarily causing hurt, assault and criminal intimidation.
In addition, Sections 3(1)(r) and 3(1)(s) of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Amendment Act, 2015, have also been applied. These sections pertain to intentionally insulting or intimidating a member of the Scheduled Castes or Scheduled Tribes with intent to humiliate in a place within public view, and abusing such a person by caste name.
Police officials said that the inclusion of these sections reflects the gravity of the allegations made in the complaint.
Police begin investigation
Kadaba police have stated that further investigation is underway. Statements of the complainant and potential witnesses are expected to be recorded as part of the probe. Police are also likely to examine CCTV footage from the bar and restaurant, if available, to verify the sequence of events described in the complaint.
Officials indicated that notices may be issued to the accused for questioning as the investigation progresses. No arrests had been reported at the time of filing this report.
Legal implications and next steps
Cases registered under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act are treated with special seriousness, and specific procedures are mandated under the law, including time-bound investigation and safeguards for the complainant. If the allegations are substantiated, the accused could face stringent punishment.
Police sources said that due process will be followed and that action will be taken strictly in accordance with the law based on the findings of the investigation.
Conclusion
The registration of the case has drawn attention to issues of safety, discrimination and law enforcement in public spaces. As the investigation continues, the police have assured that all aspects of the complaint will be examined impartially. The outcome of the probe will determine further legal action against the accused.