Man Attempts | Hyderabad, Oct. 5: A small hotel manager allegedly attempted suicide by pouring petrol on himself at a police station in Bhimgal on Monday morning.
Polasa Sudhakar, who runs a hotel near Bhimgal bus stand in Nizamabad district, alleged that police repeatedly questioned and fined him for operating the hotel late at night.
Sudhakar said police had fined him three times. He claimed officers imposed the latest fine and directed him to visit the police station to sign it and pay the penalty in court.
Man Attempts | Hotel Manager Alleges Repeated Police Action
Sudhakar said he earns his livelihood through the small business and alleged that police were targeting him. He also questioned why other shops operating late were not facing similar action.
Around 10 am, Sudhakar allegedly poured petrol on himself at the police station premises. He said police harassment led him to take the extreme step.
Police have not yet officially commented on the allegations or the circumstances surrounding the incident. Locals have urged senior officials to conduct a detailed inquiry and establish what led to the incident.
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