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Harassment suspect attacks police officer in Bihar, tears uniform
A man accused of harassment attacked a Dial 112 response team in Samastipur district, Bihar, physically assaulting an officer and tearing his uniform during an altercation. Video of the incident has spread on social media.
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A suspect arrested on harassment charges turned violent when police arrived to apprehend him in Samastipur district, Bihar, according to local law enforcement. The Dial 112 rapid response team arrived at the scene following a complaint of harassment when the accused man allegedly attacked the officers.
During the arrest process, the suspect attempted to flee and resisted officers who sought to restrain him, triggering a physical confrontation. The altercation escalated from the road into a muddy area, where the man allegedly assaulted a police constable, tearing the officer's uniform in the process.
Video footage of the encounter has since surfaced on social media platforms, drawing public attention to the incident. Police officials confirmed that the suspect was taken into custody following the altercation, though further details about charges and ongoing investigations remain under review.