Actor Allu Arjun Arrested After Tragic Stampede Incident at Hyderabad Theatre
Hyderabad, December 13, 2024– Allu Arjun, the popular Tollywood actor, was arrested by the Chikkadapally police on Friday in connection with a tragic stampede during a special screening of his film Pushpa 2 at Sandhya Theatre, RTC Cross Roads.
The incident occurred when Allu Arjun made an unexpected appearance at the theatre to greet fans attending the beneficiary screening. In the excitement to see the actor, a massive crowd surged forward, leading to a stampede. Tragically, a woman lost her life in the ensuing chaos.
Following the incident, Chikkadapally police filed an FIR against Allu Arjun, accusing him of negligence in crowd management during the event. The police claimed that the actor and event organizers failed to ensure safety protocols, which contributed to the fatal accident.
On Friday, Allu Arjun was arrested by the police, and his family members arrived at the police station in support. His father, Allu Aravind, along with his brother, Allu Sirish, and maternal uncle, Chandrasekhar Reddy, were present at the Chikkadapally police station during the proceedings.
The arrest has drawn mixed reactions from fans and the public. While some point to the lack of proper security measures, others emphasize the overwhelming enthusiasm of the fans, which spiraled out of control. Meanwhile, the family of the deceased woman is calling for justice and demanding accountability from the event organizers and the actor.
Authorities have stressed the need for stricter security arrangements at high-profile public events to avoid such incidents in the future. The investigation is still underway, and further details are expected soon.
