Today, On 19th December, Supreme Court agreed to hear a female lawyer’s plea alleging shocking 14-hour illegal detention and custodial sexual assault by police officials. The bench said serious allegations warranted examination and issued notice while directing preservation of CCTV footage evidence.
The Madras High Court is investigating the alleged custodial death of Ajit Kumar, a 27-year-old temple guard, raising concerns about police brutality amid reports of 24 custodial deaths in Tamil Nadu over four years. Six police officers have been suspended as the court demands detailed inquiries and accountability from authorities.
The Supreme Court fined a Gujarat police officer Rs 25,000 and accepted the judicial magistrate’s unconditional apology in a contempt case involving a wrongful arrest and remand in violation of a bail order. The court criticized the officials’ actions and emphasized the importance of upholding the rule of law. Despite pleas for leniency, the court maintained a firm stance.
