Hyderabad, May 17, 2024 – Hyderabad Police have apprehended five individuals on charges of attempted murder after they attacked their neighbour, N. Srinath, his wife, and their pet dog following a heated altercation.
The incident occurred on the evening of May 14 in the Rahmath Nagar area under the jurisdiction of Madhura Nagar Police Station. According to police reports, the accused brutally assaulted N. Srinath, his wife, and their pet dog, resulting in grievous injuries. CCTV footage capturing the attack quickly spread on social media, drawing widespread attention.
Background of the Incident
Police investigations revealed that the accused and the injured parties were neighbours who had been engaged in disputes over trivial matters for several days. These disagreements culminated in a planned assault by the accused on Srinath, his wife, and their dog.
Legal Actions Taken
Deputy Commissioner of Police (West Zone) Vijay Kumar stated, “The accused, all relatives of each other, were involved in altercations for the last few days over certain petty matters which have manifested into the planned assault on the injured persons and their dog.”
The Madhura Nagar police have registered a case under several sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), including 147 (punishment for rioting), 148 (rioting, armed with a deadly weapon), and 307 (attempt to murder) read with Section 149 (unlawful assembly), along with Section 11(1) of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960.
Legal Proceedings
Following their arrest, the accused were presented before a court, which remanded them to judicial custody for 15 days. The investigation is ongoing, and the police are compiling evidence to submit a chargesheet.
DCP Vijay Kumar affirmed, “The investigation officer will file a chargesheet with appropriate evidence after completion of the investigation.”
Sequence of Events
The conflict began on May 8 when Srinath’s Siberian Husky, allegedly unleashed, attacked Dhanunjay and his brother-in-law, Sai Kumar, prompting them to file a complaint with the local police. On May 14, the situation escalated when the dog barked at three neighbours during another outing. This led to a violent attack by the accused with sticks, resulting in injuries to Srinath, his wife, and their dog.
Medical Attention
Srinath and his wife were rushed to a hospital for medical treatment, while their pet dog was taken to a veterinary hospital for necessary care.
The incident has underscored the need for peaceful resolution of disputes and adherence to legal procedures in dealing with pet-related issues and neighbourhood conflicts.
