According to reports, an unidentified man is spreading fear among the residents of Karulai region in Malappuram district by attacking them with chilli powder. The man on Saturday attacked a middle-aged woman while she was coming out of the bathroom that is outside her home. The man threw chilli powder on her eyes and the lady is currently getting treated at a local hospital.

After attacking the lady, the unidentified man is had thrown chilli powder in the neighbouring houses as well. Traces of chilli powder were also found. The attacker had recently thrown chilli powder on children and Woman from a nearby panchayat as well. His identity is yet to be found.

With the increasing fear among the residents, amid lockdown, the police had formed a special team and are investigating on a brisk pace.