2 men travelling home from a factory were allegedly attacked near the Tanda forest barrier in Haldwani on Tuesday evening. Police have registered a case against unidentified people after receiving their complaint and started an investigation.
The incident was reported near the barrier, where the 2 men said a white Scorpio coming from the Rudrapur side overtook their car and forced it to stop. The alleged attack took place around 200 metres beyond the barrier.
What the complaint alleges
Dahariya resident Anand Joshi and Manpur West resident Dileep Kumar told police they were returning from the factory in their car at about 7:30 AM in the evening. They said the Scorpio stopped their vehicle suddenly after overtaking it.
According to their account, 5-6 unidentified men got out and assaulted them. The attackers allegedly used sticks to damage the car badly before taking its key and fleeing from the area.
The complaint describes the incident as a violent assault. However, the identities of those involved and the reason for the confrontation have not been established in the available report.
Police investigation
Police have registered a case against unidentified accused persons on the basis of the written complaint. The investigation is now focused on identifying the men who were travelling in the Scorpio and establishing what happened during the confrontation.
The reported location is near the Tanda forest barrier on the route between Haldwani and the Rudrapur side. No arrest or recovery has been reported in the available information.
Conclusion
The verified development is that 2 men reported an alleged assault, vehicle damage and the removal of their car key near the Tanda forest barrier. Police have registered a case against unidentified accused persons and begun the investigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Where did the alleged attack take place?
The incident was reported about 200 metres beyond the Tanda forest barrier near Haldwani.
Q. When did the incident occur?
The 2 men said it happened on Tuesday at about 7:30 AM in the evening.
Q. Who reported the incident to police?
Dahariya resident Anand Joshi and Manpur West resident Dileep Kumar submitted the complaint.
Q. How many attackers were allegedly involved?
The complaint-related account identifies 5-6 unidentified men travelling in a white Scorpio.
Q. What did the attackers allegedly do?
They allegedly assaulted the 2 men, damaged their car with sticks and took its key before fleeing.
Q. What action has police taken?
Police have registered a case against unidentified accused persons and started an investigation.
Q. Have the accused been identified or arrested?
The available information does not report an identification or arrest.
