Yogesh K Porwar
The Bannerghatta Police have arrested Puneeth Kerehalli,a right wing activist on the charges of trespassing into the residence of migrant worker and threatening them demanding personal identity and property-related documents.
He also put out the videos of his actions on social media stating that the operation is against Bangladesh illegal immigrants and blamed the government and the police for their inaction.
The videos went viral and shared amog many right wing activists and even the opposition BJP leaders tagged the videos to blame the government inaction.Puneeth Kerehalli is a habitual offender booked under several cases including a murder .
After news of Puneeth Kerehalli’s arrest spread,his supporters attempted to gather near the police station.
However,the police prevented them from assembling and maintained strict control of the situation.
Anticipating possible law and order issues following the incident,the police had taken precautionary measures and made necessary security arrangements.
He was produced before the court and released on bail . Soon after getting out on bail,Kerehalli put out another video warning severe consequences in future .
