A group of men allegedly caused damages worth Rs 2.5 lakh to a station at Ulliyathadukka after midnight.

A group of men allegedly caused damages worth Rs 2.5 lakh to a station at Ulliyathadukka after midnight.

A group of men allegedly caused damages worth Rs 2.5 lakh to a station at Ulliyathadukka after midnight.

Kasaragod: A fuel station at Ulliyathadukka in the district was smashed by a group of men allegedly miffed by refusal to fill petrol worth Rs 50 on credit.

The younger brother of the station owner sustained injuries, including to his head and is hospitalised. The incident reportedly occurred at 1 am Sunday.

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The owner said he has incurred at least Rs 2.5 lakh in losses. At least three persons are in custody and the police, having inspected CCTV footage, suspect the involvement of upto six persons.

The miscreants reportedly damaged a juice shop that is also operated by the same owner.