The Kothanuru police have arrested a 50-year-old man for allegedly attacking a woman with a knife after she refused to pay him money in Bileshivale circle on Monday.
The accused Ananda, according to the police, was unemployed and a chronic alcoholic who used to beg for his vices.
On Monday evening, he confronted Nagalakshmi, 60, a resident of Yelahanka, who was waiting for the bus. The accused allegedly demanded money, but Nagalaskshmi refused. Enraged by this, the accused reportedly went home and returned with a knife and slashed her cheek. Passersby rushed her to a nearby hospital before alerting the police.
Based on the complaint, the police recorded the victim’s statement, and tracked down the accused . He was remanded in judicial custody, a police officer said .
Published – February 26, 2025 06:52 pm IST