Medchal head constable accused of assaulting motorist

A head constable attached to the Medchal traffic police station allegedly slapped a motorist during a drunk-driving check. A video of the incident went viral, drawing criticism online. The motorist alleged that the officer also seized his vehicle and verbally abused him.

Hyderabad: A head constable attached to the Medchal traffic police station allegedly assaulted a motorist during a drunk-driving check, with a video of the incident going viral on social media.

The incident reportedly involved a motorist, Giri, who was caught during a drunk-driving check. In the video circulating online, the head constable, identified as Khaleel, is allegedly seen slapping the motorist, triggering criticism over police conduct while enforcing traffic rules.

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Giri alleged that the head constable not only assaulted him but also seized his vehicle and verbally abused him.

Netizens who watched the video questioned the head constable’s behaviour, saying police personnel should deal with traffic violators professionally instead of resorting to physical force.