Rishikesh Kotwali police arrested 3 youths in separate incidents after alleged fights, abusive behaviour and public disturbances disrupted peace at different locations in the city. The 3 were later challaned under relevant provisions for breach of peace, police said.

The incidents involved a dispute near Ankur Gas Agency on Wednesday night and a fight along the Haridwar–Rishikesh road on Thursday morning. Police said a toy pistol was recovered from one of the youths and was allegedly displayed to frighten people during the first incident.

Dispute near Ankur Gas Agency

Police personnel were patrolling the area on Wednesday night when they received information through Dial 112 about a man creating a disturbance near Ankur Gas Agency. Officers who reached the location found that Jatin, a resident of Bahadurgarh in Haryana, had reportedly argued with a person after asking for a bidi.

According to the police account, the dispute then escalated when Jatin allegedly became involved in a confrontation with a local street-vendor operator. Police said he showed a fake pistol and attempted to create fear at the scene.

Officers tried to calm him, but police said his aggressive conduct continued. He was arrested at about 11:00 at night, and the toy pistol was taken into police custody.

2 detained after roadside fight

During patrol on Thursday morning, police found 2 men fighting near a petrol pump beyond Doon Tiraha on the Haridwar–Rishikesh route. Police said the 2 were intoxicated and were arguing, abusing each other and creating a disturbance on the road.

The men allegedly also confronted police personnel when officers attempted to stop the fight and explain the situation. They were identified as Yash, a resident of Fatehabad in Haryana, and Uttam, a resident of Tapovan.

Both were arrested after police intervened. The action means the 3 youths face proceedings linked to the alleged disturbance, but the supplied account does not state that any court has found them guilty.

Police statement and next step

Kotwali Inspector Yashpal Singh Bisht said action had been taken against all 3 youths under the relevant sections. The police proceedings followed separate incidents rather than one combined case, according to the account.

The reported action is intended to address public disorder at locations used by local residents, vendors and road users. The account does not provide details of injuries, damage or any additional criminal charges.

Conclusion

Rishikesh police arrested and challaned 3 youths after separate alleged incidents of fighting and public disorder. A toy pistol was recovered from Jatin near Ankur Gas Agency, while Yash and Uttam were detained after a roadside fight near a petrol pump.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How many youths were arrested in Rishikesh?

Police arrested 3 youths in separate incidents involving alleged public disorder.

Q. Where was the toy pistol recovered?

Police said it was recovered near Ankur Gas Agency from Jatin, a resident of Bahadurgarh in Haryana.

Q. What was the toy pistol allegedly used for?

Police alleged that it was displayed to frighten people and create tension at the scene.

Q. Who were the 2 men arrested near the petrol pump?

They were identified as Yash from Fatehabad in Haryana and Uttam from Tapovan.

Q. What action did police take against the 3 youths?

Police arrested and challaned all 3 under relevant provisions for disturbing the peace.