Summary:
“Forest officials of Bhatkal have been very rude and has displayed uncharacteristic temper over the last few years. Bhatkal: An FIR has been registered against more than 20 forest officials including Bhatkal Sub-division ACF and RFO for allegedly harassing and threatening two people from Bhatkal who were picnicking in Bedkoor village near Manki. After securing bail nearly one week after their arrest, Umair with the intention of filing complaint against the forest officials visited Bhatkal Taluka Hospital for medical tests. After completing test in Mangaluru and receiving treatment Umair filed an FIR on Sunday 24 March. An FIR in Manki Police Station is booked under section 143, 147, 149, 341, 324, 504, 506 against over 20 forest officials including ACF Balachandra, RFO Shankar Gowda, Manki RFO, Santosh, Ravi and others..