Tumakuru: In a dramatic turn of events, Sargalla Rizwan, accused of robbery, was apprehended by the police in Hoskote, Pavagada taluk. While being transported to Madhugiri, Rizwan made an unexpected stop near Kodigenahalli to relieve himself. It was during this moment that chaos ensued.
Police personnel allegedly assaulted a staff member named Ramesh with a beer bottle. Sub-Inspector Hanumantarayappa, who was at the scene, took decisive action and shot Rizwan in the right leg. The accused, a resident of Hindupur in Andhra Pradesh, and Ramesh were both rushed to the district hospital for medical attention.