Dalit woman beaten at Malpe Port: Two more women arrested; two beat constables suspended

Dalit woman beaten at Malpe Port: Two more women arrested; two beat constables suspended

Udupi: Two more women have been arrested in connection with the assault on a Dalit woman who was tied to a tree and beaten on charges of stealing fish at Malpe port on Tuesday morning.

District Superintendent of Police Dr. Arun K. confirmed the arrests and stated that two beat constables have been suspended for failing to properly handle the case. The accused, identified as Leela and Parvati, have been taken into custody as the investigation continues.

Additionally, Head Constable Suresh and Police Constable Nagaraj have been suspended for negligence in gathering information related to the assault.

The State Women’s Commission has strongly condemned the incident, calling it an inhumane act. In a statement, the SP emphasized that strict legal action would be taken against those responsible and assured that a comprehensive report on the measures taken would be submitted to the commission at the earliest.

Courtesy : Vartha bharati

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