Kullu (Himachal Pradesh), Dec. 14 -- : The police on Friday night arrested three persons in connection with the alleged assault and shooting of a Home Guard in Manali on December 12.

The victim, Naresh Kumar, was on patrolling duty with his colleague Tikhu Ram in Model Town area at midnight, when they came across four people, one of whom was known to Kumar. After asking their whereabouts, a heated argument ensued between them, following which Kumar was assaulted by the men.

One of them allegedly took out a country-made pistol and fired at Kumar.

Kumar was immediately rushed to the hospital, where the doctor declared his condition stable.Three of the accused, identified as Sandeep (33), Aakash (19) and Karna (22) were arrested on Thursday...