Family Of ‘Gau Rakshak’ Attacked And Robbed In Pune, FIR Registered
Warje, 27th March 2023: The family of a “gau rakshak” was attacked and nearly robbed in Warje Malwadi in Pune on March 24. An FIR was lodged by Anurag Hiwale, the victim’s brother-in-law, at the Warje Malwadi police station on March 25, stating that two people on a scooter threatened and demanded money from the couple while they were traveling on their motorcycle with their four-year-old son.
The assailants allegedly snatched Hiwale’s wallet and attacked the vehicle twice with a sharp weapon, causing damage. However, they did not succeed in taking any money and fled the scene.
The complainant, Hiwale, reported that his brother-in-law, Shivshankar Swamy, is an honorary animal welfare officer and well-known “gau rakshak” who had faced similar attacks in the past. The police have registered a case under various sections of the Indian Penal Code, including robbery and sections of the Indian Arms Act.
Swamy has been provided police security since 2015 due to the threat of attacks on him. No arrests have been made in connection with the recent attack, and the police are investigating the case further.
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