Woman Struck by Stone, Robbed of Gold Chain in Manipal

On Sunday evening a woman was struck by a stone in the bustling commercial area of Manipal and had her gold chain snatched from her neck. The attacker, reportedly shouting in anger, fled the scene as bystanders watched in alarm.

Local police cordoned off the area and are reviewing CCTV footage to identify the assailant. Similar stone‑attack incidents have risen in the district over the past month, prompting authorities to increase patrols during peak hours.

The victim, who was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment, reported minor injuries but emotional distress. Community members expressed concern over safety, urging stricter enforcement of public order laws. Source: Google News – Manipal.