Four ganja peddlers who attacked police arrested - The HinduPublished - September 06, 2026 08:31 pm IST - MACHILIPATNAMPolice in Krishna district and East Godavari district arrested four-member ganja peddling gang who allegedly attacked officers, causing injuries in separate incidents over the past few days.The Kankipadu police arrested A. Avinad, who allegedly attacked constable D. Srinu when the police intercepted him near Manikonda village. Avinad suffered bullet injuries in both legs when the police opened fire on him and was admitted to a hospital. He was produced in court after being discharged from the hospital, Gudivada Deputy Superintendent of Police P. Srinivas said.Eluru Range Inspector General of Police (IGP) G.V.G. Ashok Kumar stated that the Devarapalli police of East Godavari district arrested Charan, Prabhu, and Chinna, the remaining members of the gang. The gang members attacked the police within the limits of the Devarapalli police station and escaped during a vehicle check. Armed Reserve Police Constable V. Venkateswara Rao, who was injured in the attack, is undergoing treatment at the hospital, Mr. Ashok Kumar said. The two cases are under investigation, the IGP added.Published - September 06, 2026 08:31 pm ISTSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }