Stone Attackers Rob Woman of Gold Chain in Manipal

On Friday night, a woman was physically assaulted by a stone thrown from a nearby estate in Manipal, a suburb of Udupi District, resulting in injuries and theft of a gold chain.

The local police responded after a 10‑minute delay, and an arrest was made within hours. The suspect, a known petty criminal, allegedly targeted the victim for personal gain.

The assault has heightened concerns among residents about safety on deserted roads during evenings, and authorities have promised increased patrols. Source: Google News – Manipal.