Tikamgarh: An Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) was allegedly attacked by liquor mafia, while he was checking the suspicious movements on the border area adjoining Uttar Pradesh on Monday.
Later, they also tried to kidnap him, however, he was rescued with the help of villagers. The video of the incident went viral on social media.
"ASI Sheikh Madin posted at UP-MP border was attacked by liquor mafias. He was checking for IDs of the passerby there. A car carrying cartons of liquor came there at 3 pm. A motorcycle was also accompanying the car. When the ASI tried to stop them, they attacked him. They also tried to kidnap him, however, he was rescued with the help of villagers," said Anurag Sujania, Superintendent of Police (SP) Tikamgarh.
"The police have seized the bike and a carton of liquor from the spot. Press was written on the car. We have identified the car and search for the accused is underway. We are investigating the case and the accused will be arrested soon," he added.
Police have registered a case against five persons including three unidentified persons and are investigating it.
ANI
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