History-sheeter attempts self-immolation in front of police station, arrested

BENGALURU: A history-sheeter attempted self-immolation by pouring petrol on himself in front of the Sampigehalli police station, alleging cheating by his wife. The incident occurred a week ago, but came to light only now.

Mohammed Siddique alias Burn Siddique, a resident of KG Halli and a history-sheeter with cases of robbery, murder, and attempt to murder, had domestic issues with his wife. His wife had filed a complaint against him, leading to his distress.

When police personnel tried to intervene, Siddique shouted at them. The Sampigehalli police have arrested Siddique under the attempted self-immolation charge and sent him to Parappana Agrahara jail.