Sullia editor and reporter charged for misleading article

Mangaluru police have filed a case against the editor and a reporter of a local news website. They are accused of publishing a misleading story about an incident in Sampaje village. The incident took place on the night of March 20. Dhanush PS was driving from Sullia to Kallugundi when a verbal argument began with a group in another vehicle. Police Superintendent Yathish N stated that the news outlet reported the altercation without checking the facts. The article included sensational headlines like "Youth from another faith with Hindu girls" and "Youth chased a car till late night in Sampaje." Authorities say these reports could threaten communal harmony in the area. The editor and reporter are facing charges under Section 353(2) of the BNS at the Sullia police station.