Tension gripped Channagiri town in Davanagere district as eleven policemen were injured in an attack on a police station by an enraged mob following the alleged death of a man from a minority community in police custody.
Tragic Turn of Events
The unrest ensued after Adil, 33, was reportedly picked up by police for suspected involvement in illegal betting. Despite police claims that Adil suffered an epileptic attack and died in the hospital, his family insists he died due to police brutality while in custody.
Government Response
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah clarified that it wasn’t a case of lock-up death but announced the suspension of DySP Prashanth Manavalli and inspector Niranjan over procedural lapses. Despite this, tensions remain high as the community demands a thorough investigation into Adil’s death.
Family’s Allegations and Calls for Justice
Adil’s wife and family vehemently refute the police’s claims, alleging that he was beaten to death. They accuse the police of extorting money from Adil for his involvement in illegal gambling activities. Demands for justice and a fair investigation echo through the community as they mourn Adil’s death and seek accountability from the authorities.
