Soldier released on bail – Traffic PSI scuffle
The soldier who had allegedly assaulted Police Sub Inspector, Krishnaveni, attached to the Traffic South Police Station was released on bail on a personal bond of Rs.25,000 and one surety.
The soldier was produced before the JMFC Fourth court where he was granted bail in the evening and he has been charged with the following charges under IPC 323( Punishment for voluntarily causing hurt), 356(Assault or criminal force in attempt to commit theft of property carried by a person) & 504 (Intentional insult with intent to provoke breach of the peace).
Solider has been identified as Dhakalu Panhalkar who on Monday evening had a heated argument with the police officer, who allegedly slapped the soldier only to receive one in retaliation from him.
Panhalkar got strong public support during the incident, as they were against Krishnaveni, who had fined many people before.