Udupi: A bakery owner was allegedly threatened with a knife and assaulted following a dispute between two bakery owners near Karavali Bypass in Udupi city. The incident reportedly resulted in injuries to Muraleedhar, owner of Pooja Bakery, while Ashok, owner of a nearby bakery outlet, has been named as the accused in the case.
Dispute allegedly linked to business concerns
According to available information, Muraleedhar has been operating Pooja Bakery in the area for nearly two decades. Ashok, who owns Krishna Bakery located nearby, had reportedly started his business around a year ago.
Sources indicated that a dispute had allegedly developed between the two bakery owners over business-related issues.
The incident reportedly took place on Friday when the accused allegedly arrived near Pooja Bakery and initiated an argument with Muraleedhar.
According to reports, Ashok allegedly accused Muraleedhar of affecting his business operations, leading to a confrontation between the two.
Verbal argument reportedly escalated
Sources stated that Muraleedhar allegedly attempted to calm the situation and avoid further confrontation.
However, it has been alleged that the accused continued the argument and used abusive language during the incident.
Witness accounts further claimed that items kept outside the bakery premises were allegedly thrown during the altercation, causing panic among people present in the area.
The sudden disturbance reportedly drew the attention of passers-by and nearby shopkeepers.
Bakery owner allegedly threatened and assaulted
According to the allegations, the accused later entered the bakery premises and confronted Muraleedhar inside the shop.
Reports claimed that he allegedly grabbed Muraleedhar by the collar, threatened him with a knife and physically assaulted him.
Muraleedhar reportedly sustained injuries in the incident.
Further details regarding the extent of injuries and subsequent police action were not immediately available.
Investigation expected into incident
Authorities are expected to examine the circumstances surrounding the incident and take action based on the findings of the investigation.
Cases involving disputes between business owners occasionally escalate into law and order concerns, leading to intervention by law enforcement agencies.
Police are expected to record statements and verify the allegations as part of the investigation process.
The incident has drawn local attention as it involved a dispute between neighbouring business establishments in a busy commercial area of the city.