Thiruvananthapuram: Four youths were arrested by Thumba police on Tuesday for allegedly creating a terror-like situation in public using deadly weapons and brutally assaulting a youth near a temple on city outskirts.The incident happened near Sree Bhagavathi Temple at Attipra, Kuzhivila, Nalanchira around 6.30pm on Sunday. According to police, the accused arrived as a team armed with weapons, engaged in a verbal altercation with locals and used abusive language. When a young man questioned this, they attacked him with an iron rod, striking him on the head. He was also physically assaulted. The accused reportedly brandished weapons, including a sword and other arms.Arrested persons have been identified as Anas N, 21, of Kulathoor; Afsal, 21, of Pangappara; Adwaith, 20, of Pangappara and Abubacker Siddique, 19, of Sreekaryam.Police said efforts are ongoing to identify and apprehend other accused believed to be involved in the incident. The arrested were produced before a court and remanded in judicial custody for 14 days.The injured youth is currently undergoing treatment and his condition is reported to be stable. Police have strengthened patrols in the area to prevent further disturbances.
