Actor Dhruva Sarja’s Gym Trainer Assaulted By Bikers In Bengaluru

Famous Kannada actor Dhruva Sarja’s gym trainer Prashanth Poojary was reportedly attacked by unidentified bikers. The incident took place on the night of May 26, on the road near the actor’s residence. Prashanth was reportedly assaulted on KR Road in Banashankari. The unknown miscreants arrived on a bike and attacked Prashanth. He mentioned that the faces of the attackers were covered and the bike used didn’t have any number plate. An official complaint has been registered and the attackers are expected to be arrested soon. The incident has been reported to Banashankari police. Soon after the attack, Prashanth was taken to Aksha Hospital located in KR Road. As per reports, Prashanth sustained serious injuries and is currently undergoing treatment.

“The victim was assaulted by two people on a motorcycle. A case has been registered under IPC Section 307 (attempt to murder), and the Banashankari police have begun the investigation,” said Lokesh B Jagalasar, Deputy Commissioner of Police (South), according to a report in a news portal.

The attackers reportedly first struck Prashanth’s leg with a hockey stick. The gym trainer got 15 stitches in different parts of his body and is presently in ICU. Some speculations have come up regarding the 32-year-old man’s love life. According to reports, he was attacked two times before due to issues related to his love affairs. Speaking of the attack, Dhruva Sarja condemned the incident and demanded swift action. He said, “As a responsible citizen, all I can say is that an incident like this shouldn’t happen. We are hurt by this. Such incidents are wrong and it shouldn’t happen to anyone irrespective of who the person is.”

Dhruva confirmed that Prashanth is doing well and will recover soon. He explained that Prashanth is out of danger now and will be discharged soon. The actor stressed on the issue of public safety. He said, “How can two people move freely with hockey sticks on the streets of Bengaluru? This is a serious concern of public safety which should be addressed immediately.”