Youths Tied, Shocked Over Motor Theft
Two youths were given electric shocks, video goes viral. NHRC takes action, 2 arrested.
A disturbing incident has come to light in Raisen, Madhya Pradesh, where two youths were subjected to inhuman treatment over suspicion of motor theft. The incident took place in Karmodiya village under the Raisen Kotwali police station limits.
The victims, residents of Dhaniyakhedi village, were tied to a pole in a field and given electric shocks using a device meant to protect crops from wild animals. The incident was recorded on video and surfaced on social media on Sunday, prompting the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) to take cognisance.
The video shows the victims being beaten and given electric shocks, allegedly to force them to confess to the theft. The incident has been termed as 'inhuman punishment' by netizens, who have also pointed out that such treatment is not allowed even to prisoners in India.
The police started an investigation and registered an FIR after the video went viral. Two suspects have been arrested, while efforts are on to identify and nab others involved. SDPO Pratibha Sharma said that initial action was taken by the Kotwali police, in which an FIR was registered against both the suspects around July 4.
Locals said that the two youths were taken to a field after being suspected of stealing a water motor. They were allegedly tied to a pole and assaulted, with the suspects trying to force them to reveal the names of others allegedly involved in the theft.
The matter gained attention after a video surfaced online showing some people allegedly beating a youth tied to a pole and giving him electric shocks. After the video went viral, police immediately launched an investigation.
The incident has sparked outrage on social media, with many calling for strict action against those involved. The NHRC's intervention has also ensured that the incident is being taken seriously by the authorities.
The incident is a reminder of the need for vigilance and adherence to the law, even in cases where suspicion of theft or other crimes may be involved. It is also a reflection of the importance of protecting human rights and preventing such incidents from occurring in the future.
In the context of Madhya Pradesh, the incident highlights the need for effective law enforcement and community engagement to prevent such incidents. The state has seen several instances of vigilantism and mob violence in recent years, and this incident is a reminder of the need for authorities to take a strong stance against such actions.
The National Human Rights Commission's intervention in the matter is a welcome step, and it is hoped that the incident will be thoroughly investigated and those responsible will be brought to justice. The incident is a sobering reminder of the need for respect for human rights and the rule of law in our society.
The incident has significant implications for the community, as it highlights the need for trust and cooperation between the police and the public. It also underscores the importance of ensuring that those responsible for such incidents are held accountable, and that measures are taken to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future.
