Suspension and Inquiry Ordered After Custodial Death Sparks Outrage
Twenty-three police officers, including the SHO, were suspended over a custodial death. Lokesh Suman, arrested for murder, allegedly died from injuries sustained in custody. A judicial inquiry is underway amidst claims of illegal detention and torture. Suman's family received compensation assurances before claiming his body.
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In a significant development, 23 police officers, including the Station House Officer (SHO), have been suspended over their alleged involvement in the custodial death of Lokesh Suman, a 26-year-old murder accused. Authorities have also ordered a judicial inquiry into the incident.
Suman was arrested for the murder of Babulal Meena, whose body was discovered with injury marks. His family claims Suman was held illegally before his formal arrest and was beaten in custody, leading to his deteriorating health and subsequent death.
The Baran Superintendent of Police has initiated disciplinary actions, and Suman's family was promised monetary compensation and employment for one family member before the body was released. The investigation seeks to uncover the truth behind these serious allegations.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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