Man arrested for hurling abuses, assaulting cops in Ahmedabad

A man was arrested in Ahmedabad for allegedly abusing and assaulting police officers at Gujarat University police station after being confronted about his involvement in another case.

As per the FIR registered at Gujarat University police station, the incident occurred on March 9, between 9.30 and 10.30 am. The accused, identified as Hirenbhai Harishbhai, a resident of Ambawadi, was reportedly creating a disturbance outside the police station. Police officials, including Mobile Van In-charge A H Bipinkumar Manubhai, approached him regarding a previous complaint. However, Harishbhai reacted aggressively, hurling abuses and issuing threats against the officers.

During the scuffle, Head Constable Bipinkumar sustained injuries to his right wrist. Additionally, a government-issued Samsung mobile phone's screen guard, valued at ₹100, was damaged. Despite repeated warnings, the accused continued using foul language and attempted to attack the officers.

Eyewitness accounts from police personnel confirm that Harishbhai was uncooperative and displayed violent behaviour, forcing officers to restrain him. Given the escalating situation and the presence of a crowd at the scene, reinforcements were called in. The accused was eventually subdued and taken into custody.

A case has been registered against Harishbhai under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita(BNS).