The incident at Devadar railway overbridge toll booth on the Thiroor-Thannor road yesterday came to light after CCTV footage connected with it went viral.
The footage showed MLA V Abdurahiman,representing Thanoor segment, coming out of the car and pushing a toll booth staff after they stopped his vehicle at the gate.
The MLA, however said he had not roughed up the staff member and only questioned him after he spoke 'improperly'.
"The toll booth is very near my office.I used to pass through the gates every day several times. I only asked them do'nt you know me'? he added.
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