Minor Boy's Police Excess Allegations Spark Controversy in Vadodara
A disturbing incident involving alleged police excess against a minor boy has created significant controversy in Mahisagar district of Vadodara. The local police authorities have confirmed that a formal inquiry has been initiated to investigate the serious allegations that have surfaced from this case.
Temple Theft Investigation Takes Controversial Turn
The alleged incident occurred on January 29, when the minor boy was summoned to the police station along with his parents for questioning. This questioning was part of an ongoing investigation into the theft of 400 grams of silver charan padukas (sacred footprints) from a temple located in a village within Balasinor taluka. According to available information, the boy and his sister had been performing temple cleaning duties as their mother, who was originally responsible for this task, had been unwell at the time.
Medical Examination and Conflicting Reports
The situation escalated when the boy was rushed to a hospital on January 30 following the police station visit. At the medical facility, the minor reportedly claimed that he had been physically assaulted by police personnel during the interrogation. Witnesses described the boy as shivering and having vomited, presenting concerning symptoms that prompted immediate medical attention.
However, medical professionals who examined the boy reportedly did not find any visible injury marks on his body during their assessment. This discrepancy between the boy's allegations and the initial medical findings has added complexity to the unfolding situation.
Police Response and Ongoing Investigation
Deputy Superintendent of Police (DySP) Kamlesh Vasava addressed media representatives regarding the developing controversy. The senior police official confirmed that authorities have launched a thorough inquiry into the allegations made by the minor boy and his family. The police department has emphasized its commitment to investigating the matter transparently and taking appropriate action based on the findings.
The case has drawn attention to police procedures when dealing with minors and highlighted concerns about interrogation methods during criminal investigations. As the inquiry progresses, community members and civil rights organizations are closely monitoring developments in this sensitive matter that involves both religious property theft allegations and serious claims of police misconduct.
