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Four Arrested In Andhra Pradesh’s Nellore Following Viral Video Of Youth Assault
The Hindu•Published: Oct 6, 2026 01:14 PM IST
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Four young men have been arrested in Andhra Pradesh’s SPSR Nellore district after a disturbing video of them brutally assaulting a 20-year-old man with a beer bottle went viral on social media. The Venkatachala Satram police took swift action after the victim's family discovered the footage online, prompting him to officially file a police complaint.
- Video Evidence: The assault, which took place near a pond at Palukurivaripalem village, was recorded on a mobile phone by one of the accused individuals.
- Prior Grudge: The attack stemmed from an earlier dispute after one of the accused had assaulted the victim's nephew-in-law during Vinayaka Chavithi celebrations.
- Grave Charges: Police registered a case under strict BNS sections including attempt to murder, physical hurt, and aggravated criminal intimidation.
- Video Evidence: The assault, which took place near a pond at Palukurivaripalem village, was recorded on a mobile phone by one of the accused individuals.
- Prior Grudge: The attack stemmed from an earlier dispute after one of the accused had assaulted the victim's nephew-in-law during Vinayaka Chavithi celebrations.
- Grave Charges: Police registered a case under strict BNS sections including attempt to murder, physical hurt, and aggravated criminal intimidation.
The Context & Background
The victim, Bellamkonda Ankaiah, had initially kept silent out of fear after managing to escape the September 28 attack, which left him with a bleeding nose and involved an attempt to strangle him. Law enforcement stepped in immediately after the video surfaced online and the formal complaint was lodged.
Why it matters:This incident highlights the growing role of social media in exposing hidden crimes and prompting police action when victims are too fearful to come forward. It also underscores ongoing concerns regarding local violence and the dangerous trend of perpetrators filming and sharing their offenses.
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