In Haveri, police arrested three more suspects involved in a celebratory roadshow after their bail in a gang rape case. This brings the total arrests to seven. The suspects were presented before the magistrate and sent to judicial custody until June 2. Police confiscated vehicles used in the procession. The accused violated bail conditions by conducting the procession with supporters.
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