A Kannada television actress and anchor, Shruti, was allegedly stabbed by her former husband, Ambareesh, due to suspicions of infidelity. The incident occurred on July 4, but was recently reported. Shruti had been married to Ambareesh for over 20 years and had two children, but the couple had been experiencing marital discord and had officially divorced in April. Despite attempts at reconciliation, Ambareesh allegedly attacked Shruti with a knife at her residence on July 4, after spraying her with pepper spray. Shruti has filed a complaint with the police.
In a separate incident, a home buyer, VC Gopala Reddy, has filed a complaint alleging fraud in a property auction deal with the Bengaluru Police Commissioner’s Office. Reddy had purchased a property through an official auction conducted by Jana Small Finance Bank, but later discovered that the property had an existing loan with another bank that was not disclosed to him. The property was seized by the other bank without prior notice, leading Reddy to file a complaint.
In another development, six school bus drivers were caught driving under the influence of alcohol during a special drive conducted by the Bengaluru City Police and RTO officials. The drive, which took place on Friday, involved checking 771 vehicles that were transporting school children. In addition to the six drivers caught for drunk driving, 10 vehicles were seized and 45 notices were issued for various violations, including missing permits and not following safety rules. The authorities have warned that strict action will be taken against any carelessness on the roads, citing growing concerns about unregulated school vans and unsafe travel conditions.
These incidents highlight the need for increased vigilance and action to ensure safety and prevent crimes in the city. The attack on Shruti is a disturbing example of violence against women, while the property auction fraud case underscores the need for greater transparency and accountability in financial transactions. The crackdown on drunk driving among school bus drivers is a welcome move to protect the safety of children and prevent accidents. Overall, these incidents demonstrate the importance of effective law enforcement and community awareness in preventing crimes and ensuring public safety.