Three, including minor, arrested for assault on bikers after accident in Bandlaguda

Hyderabad: In road rage gone violent, Bandlaguda police on Tuesday arrested three persons, including a 17-year-old, for allegedly assaulting two motorcyclists following a minor accident near Savera Hotel.

Accident leads to clash

The incident occurred on Sunday around 1 pm when victims Syed Abid and his friend Syed Yousuf were riding a motorcycle. As they attempted to take a U-turn near Savera Hotel, a speeding car rammed their bike, knocking them off balance.

Brutal assault with plastic cricket bat

Instead of helping the injured, the occupants of the car allegedly got down and attacked the duo.

Police said the accused were identified as MA Zaki (30), Mohd Abdul Safi (18) and a 17-year-old, who used their hands and even a plastic cricket bat to thrash Abid and Yousuf.

Both victims sustained injuries and were shifted to a nearby hospital for treatment.

Police swing into action

Based on a complaint lodged by the victims, Bandlaguda police registered a case. Investigators relied on CCTV footage and video clips to trace the attackers. The three were subsequently apprehended.

Background of the incident

Police said the clash appeared to have stemmed from anger over the collision, with the car occupants blaming the bikers for the mishap. Instead of resolving the matter amicably, the confrontation escalated into violence, leaving the victims injured.

ACP Chandrayangutta A. Sudhakar confirmed the arrests and said further investigation is in progress to determine if any other individuals were involved in the assault.