CID takes over investigation of custodial death of Adil in Channagiri
Channagiri: The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has taken over the investigation into the custodial death of Adil (33), which occurred on Friday, May 24. The incident has sparked significant unrest in the town, leading to an attack on the local police station by a mob, resulting in injuries to officers and damage to property.
Adil, a resident of Tipu Nagar in Channagiri, was detained by police for questioning in connection with a gambling case. Shortly after his detention, he reportedly developed a health complication. Despite being rushed to the hospital, Adil was declared dead upon arrival.
Following news of his death, a mob of at least 25 men besieged the Channagiri police station, vandalizing property and injuring 11 police officers. The protesters damaged vehicles and other station assets in their anger over Adil's alleged murder.
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Adil's family claims he was tortured by police while in custody, accusing them of causing his death. Contrarily, the police have stated that Adil died from a seizure. A post-mortem examination was conducted on Saturday, and the results are awaited to determine the exact cause of death.
In response to the violent protest, 25 individuals have been arrested. They face charges under Sections 353 (assault or criminal force to deter public servant) and 307 (attempt to murder) of the Indian Penal Code and have been remanded to judicial custody.
The situation in Channagiri remains tense but has stabilized, according to the police. Reinforcements from Chitradurga, Davanagere, and Shivamogga have been deployed to maintain order in the town. Five police teams have been formed to investigate the incident thoroughly.
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Eknath Shinde resigns, asked to act as caretaker chief minister
Mumbai (PTI): Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Tuesday morning met Governor C P Radhakrishnan and tendered his resignation following the results of the assembly elections.
The governor asked Shinde to act as a caretaker chief minister till a new CM is sworn in.
Shinde visited the Raj Bhavan along with deputy Chief Ministers Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar.
The term of the Maharashtra assembly ends on November 26.
Despite the Mahayuti alliance of the BJP, Shinde-led Shiv Sena and Ajit Pawar's NCP securing a massive victory, winning 230 seats in the 288-member assembly, consensus has eluded the ruling combine’s leaders so far on who should be the next CM.
