Thane, Nov. 28 -- A police officer was seriously injured after a prisoner allegedly launched a violent attack on him inside Aadharwadi Jail in the district.
The incident occurred in Circle 6 of the facility.
The injured officer, Prabhu Chavan, is currently receiving treatment at a private hospital, while a team from Khadakpada Police Station has begun a detailed inquiry.
Senior Police Inspector Amarnath Waghmode of Khadakpada Police Station said today that Chavan was on duty at the jail on Thursday. He had instructed prisoners in Circle 6 to stop talking among themselves and return to their barracks. Prisoner Hitendra Thakur, angered by the directions, allegedly attacked Chavan with the intent to cause serious harm.
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