Mumbai: Three members of a family were arrested for allegedly assaulting a constable in Marine Lines during action against those occupying footpaths, an official said.

About The Incident

The incident took place in Chandanwadi locality, the LT Marg police station official said on Monday. “Sonu Vijay Manodiya, Vijay Vallabh Manodiya, and Sunny Vallabh Manodiya abused and assaulted constable Vijay Maruti Bhingardive. The constable was part of a special squad carrying out an eviction drive against footpath dwellers near Chandanwadi and a BMC school in Marine Lines,” he said.

“The drive was based on directives issued by officials to all police stations on Saturday. The trio were arrested under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita provisions for assault, obstructing a public servant from doing his duty and other offences,” the official added.