Malerkotla, September 27, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
Malerkotla Police have arrested three men for allegedly attacking two brothers with a kirpan and other sharp-edged weapons in the Sadevalla locality and subsequently sharing a video of the incident on social media.
The arrested accused have been identified as Ashif Ali alias Luhar, Mohammad Rafiq alias Nannu and Subhag alias Kakku, all residents of Malerkotla.
SSP Malerkotla Harkamal Preet Singh Khakh said hooligans and anti-social elements would not be tolerated in the district. He warned that strict legal action would be taken against anyone attempting to use violence, intimidate people or take the law into their own hands.
The incident took place on September 25, 2026, following a dispute during which the complainant and his brother were allegedly attacked. A video of the incident was subsequently circulated on social media.
After receiving information about the incident, a police team led by the SHO of Police Station City-1 reached the spot and initiated action under the supervision of DSP Manveer Sidhu.
Based on the information gathered during the initial investigation, police identified the persons allegedly involved and arrested the three accused.
A case has been registered at Police Station City-1, Malerkotla, under Sections 118(1), 115(2), 126(2), 351(2) and 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
The arrested accused will be produced before the competent court, where police are expected to seek remand for further investigation into the circumstances of the incident and to establish the individual role of each accused.
SSP Khakh said, “Hooligans and anti-social elements will not be tolerated. No one will be allowed to take the law into their own hands or disturb peace and harmony in Malerkotla. Those found involved in such acts will be dealt with strictly in accordance with the law.”
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