ASI Veerendra was suspended after allegedly hosting a late-night party with rowdy-sheeters at a bar in Kadur, triggering a protest by villagers
An ASI attached to Sakharayapatna police station in Chikkamagaluru was suspended after an alleged late-night gathering at a Kadur bar triggered protests by local residents.
Chikkamagaluru: An Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) attached to the Sakharayapatna police station in Kadur taluk has been suspended after allegedly partying with people identified as rowdy-sheeters at a bar.
ASI Veerendra was suspended by Chikkamagaluru Superintendent of Police Jitendra Kumar Dayama following complaints related to the gathering at a bar in Emmedoddi-Muslapur village.
The incident reportedly took place around a week ago and involved a late-night gathering during which loud music was allegedly played, causing concern among local residents.
ASI Allegedly Organised Late-Night Party At Bar
According to reports, ASI Veerendra allegedly organised a party at the bar with people known as rowdy-sheeters.The gathering reportedly continued late into the night, with loud music disturbing residents in the surrounding area.
The incident drew the attention of villagers, who subsequently gathered outside the establishment and staged a protest. Residents expressed concern over the activities at the bar and sought intervention from the authorities.
Villagers Demand Action Against Bar
Hundreds of villagers, including women, reportedly took part in the protest and demanded that the bar be shut down.
Residents also claimed that they had previously raised complaints about activities at the establishment. Following the latest incident and the complaints received from villagers, senior police authorities initiated action against the ASI.
Chikkamagaluru SP Jitendra Kumar Dayama subsequently issued the suspension order against ASI Veerendra.
Further proceedings are expected in connection with the incident and the complaints raised by residents. The allegations against the police official will be subject to the departmental process.
