Man attacked by accused in illegal sand extraction case

Mangalore Today News Network

Mangaluru, November 5, 2024: A man was attacked with an iron rod and an attempt was made to kill him by stabbing near the Someshwar TMC office on Monday. It is learnt the man was attacked after accusing him of informing the police regarding illegal sand extraction that led to the police raid at Uchila Batappady some time back.

The injured person Kishore M Uchila (53) has been admitted to a private hospital. The accused has been identified as Sunil Poojary who is reportedly involved in illegal sand extraction in Uchila Batappady area.

Sunil had reportedly waylaid Kishore who was pillion riding a bike which his friend Pushparaj was riding. Sunil had then threatened Kishore and tried to stab him. Kishore managed to survive as Pushparaj managed to ride fast with Kishore on the pillion.

Sunil is facing a case with regard to illegal sand extraction.

Further investigations are in progress.