On Saturday, police in Thiruvananthapuram arrested Shyamkumar alias Thakaraparambu Kuttan, a known criminal, for allegedly assaulting a father and son. The incident occurred on Friday night when Rajesh Kumar, a BNSL employee, and his son Abhinav confronted Shyamkumar for blocking the road with his parked car. After Kumar honked and requested Shyamkumar to move, he became aggressive and attacked them alongside an accomplice named Arun, who remains at large. Bystanders hesitated to intervene due to Shyamkumar's notorious reputation. Kumar suffered a fracture, while Abhinav sustained injuries to his face, necessitating hospitalization. The Vanchiyoor police have registered a case of attempt to murder and are considering invoking the Kerala Anti-Social Activities Act against Shyamkumar, who has a history of criminal activity and is listed as a rowdy-sheeter. Police are taking steps to ensure his preventive detention in light of this recent offense.