Chirala (Andhra Pradesh): The family members of a fisherman were allegedly attacked by miscreants at Vijayalakshmipuram in Chirala rural police limits in Andhra Pradesh as they accused his family of violating the rules imposed recently in the village. The incident took place on July 22.
The victim has been identified as P Lakshmaiah, 75 of the same village.
According to police, Locals of the Vijayalakshmipuram had decided to observe a self-imposed lockdown some time ago and, thus, restricted the entry and exit of vehicles.
On July 22, the attackers allegedly broke into the house of Lakshmaiah when his sons went out. In the attack, his daughter-in-law and grandson were injured and they were admitted to the government hospital, police said.
Following this, the family members lodged a complaint with Chirala rural police station. Police have registered a case against the accused persons on the same day, and investigating into the matter, police added.
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