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IAF Officer Charged With Attempted Murder After Bengaluru Road Rage Incident

CCTV footage reveals mutual violence, challenging initial claims of one-sided assault; Bengaluru Police continue investigation under new penal code.

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Everyday, Bengaluru reports atleast one or two road rage incidents, according to police.

Overview

  • Wing Commander Shiladitya Bose has been charged with attempt to murder under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita following a counter-complaint by delivery rider Vikas Kumar.
  • Initial claims by Bose of a language-based assault were contradicted by CCTV footage showing both parties engaging in physical violence.
  • Bengaluru Police have clarified that the incident was a case of road rage and not related to language or regional identity tensions.
  • The Indian Air Force described the incident as unfortunate and stated it is cooperating with local authorities in the ongoing investigation.
  • Further evidence, including dash-cam footage and witness statements, is being reviewed as both parties await summons for questioning.