Overview

• Passenger Bharath Ramarao, 39, says driver Mujahid Ali Mujeeb diverted via Shettigere Road instead of the usual toll road after pickup at KIA.
• After Ramarao exited to photograph the cab, he alleges the driver slapped and assaulted him while bystanders did not intervene.
• Ramarao called the 112 helpline, and Chikkajala police tracked and arrested the driver by about 10 pm that evening.
• An FIR lists BNS Sections 115, 126, 324, 351 and 352, and police confirmed the driver was later released on bail.
• A senior officer said the driver claimed the passenger shouted at him over avoiding the toll, though police noted assault is unlawful.