Goa, Dec. 31 -- Verna Police have booked Congress leader Olencio Simoes for allegedly assaulting Cortalim Block Congress President Peter D'Souza. According to the complaint, the incident took place during a meeting after D'Souza questioned Simoes over organising a block committee meeting without following established party protocol. The disagreement reportedly escalated, leading to the alleged assault. Police said a case has been registered based on the complaint and statements recorded so far. Further investigation into the matter is currently underway to ascertain the sequence of events and fix responsibility.

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