Retired SI and son attack nephew over rent issue; both arrested

BENGALURU: A retired sub‑inspector and his son assaulted his nephew over rent issue at Chikkabidirukallu in Bengaluru North taluk. The police have arrested the two individuals.

Vivek (35) the victim, was hit with a rod and lost consciousness. He is now battling for life at a hospital. The retired sub‑inspector Jayanna and his son Vishwas are accused of assaulting Vivek over a rent issue at a three‑storey building, which led to a fight between Jayanna and his sister’s son Vivek.

Jayanna and Vishwas went to Vivek’s house and attacked him with a rod and a stick and immediately rushed to Sparsh Hospital. Vivek suffered a brain injury due to a hard punch and, as of this morning, remains unconscious, battling for life. He is currently in the ICU receiving treatment.

The case has been registered at the Madanayakanahalli police station.