Keonjhar, Aug 9: An illegal liquor peddler has allegedly assaulted a man on Monday who opposed his business in Keonjhar.

The incident took place at Naduan colony under the Gharsipura police limits.

Sources said Ramesh Dehury opposed the illegal liquor trader. Reacting to it, the peddler allegedly assaulted Ramesh last night.

Ramesh sustained critical injuries on his head. He was rushed to Anandpur hospital for treatment. The victim’s family has lodged a complaint with police in this connection.