Injured has been identified as Jayarama Achari, an employee of a jewellery shop in the city. Miscreants had assaulted Achari on his head using a knife while he was walking near Ramakanthi Theatre. Later miscreants managed to flee from the scene.
Achari, who was injured seriously, was taken to a private hospital. Superintendent of Police Dr A Subramanyeshwar Rao told Deccan Herald that the reason for the attack is yet to be traced. He said police will take necessary action to nab the culprits.
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