A surprise visit by the Mohali SSP in civilians led to the arrest of 21 people for hooliganism

November 3, 2024 07:28 EST

Mohali SSP, who was conducting a surprise inspection in Sector 68 around 12 on the night of October 30-31, encountered a large group causing disturbance to public order and indulging in hooliganism

Police arrested 21 people for hooliganism after Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Deepak Pareek, dressed in civilian attire, made a surprise visit to a Sector 68 mini market.

Inspector Rupinder Singh, SHO of Phase 8 police station, confirmed that a case of assault and wrongful confinement has been registered against at least 21 accused under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. (Base image)

The SSP, which carried out an unannounced inspection of the area around 12:00 on the night of October 30-31, encountered a large group causing disturbances to public order and engaging in hooliganism.

After asking the crowd to disperse, Pareek was met with a mutiny as the men reportedly questioned his authority. Undeterred, the SSP discreetly called for reinforcements, alerting station house officers (SHOs) from five nearby police stations. Within a few minutes, officers arrived at the scene and detained as many as 21 defendants.

Inspector Rupinder Singh, SHO of Phase 8 police station, confirmed that a case of assault and wrongful confinement has been registered against at least 21 accused under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.

“We will not tolerate hooliganism and this kind of behavior in Mohali. A strong message has been sent to anyone who disturbs public peace and safety,” the SSP later said.