Team Goemkarponn
MARGAO: An IRBN constable sustained bleeding head injuries after allegedly being attacked with a stone by a man while attempting to detain him near Aquem in Margao. Despite being injured, the constable continued the pursuit and managed to apprehend the accused with the assistance of members of the public.
Margao Town Police have arrested Sameer Khan (28), son of Mehboob Khan and a native of Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, in connection with the incident.
According to police, the incident took place on October 30 at around 7.45 pm when Police Constable Saiesh Kavlekar, attached to the IRBN and deputed at Margao Town Police Station, was performing picket duty near KRC Station, Aquem.
While patrolling in the vicinity of Ganga Wines Store, the constable intercepted Khan, who was allegedly carrying three mobile phones. When questioned about the ownership of the devices, the man reportedly turned aggressive, got into a scuffle with the constable and fled towards Victor Hospital.
During the chase, the accused allegedly picked up and hurled a stone at the pursuing constable, striking him on the head and causing bleeding injuries. However, despite the assault, Kavlekar continued chasing him and succeeded in catching him with the help of members of the public.
The injured constable was subsequently shifted to Victor Hospital for medical treatment.
Margao Town Police registered Crime No. 127/2026 under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, and placed the accused under arrest.
Further investigation is being conducted by ASI Ranjitkumar Dessai under the supervision of PI Arun Gauns Dessai.
