Army Officer Assaulted by Patiala Police: Incident Highlights Need for Accountability
An Army officer, Colonel Pushpinder Bath, and his son were allegedly assaulted by Patiala cops over a parking dispute. The incident, captured on CCTV, shows police using physical force and baseball bats. Following public outcry, 12 officers have been suspended and an inquiry is underway.
In Patiala, Punjab, an Army officer and his son were reportedly assaulted by police officers during a parking dispute on March 13. The confrontation was recorded on CCTV outside a roadside eatery when Colonel Pushpinder Bath, stationed at the Army Headquarters in Delhi, was asked to move his vehicle. An escalation occurred after the officer objected to the police’s tone, leading to physical assaults from the officers involved.
The incident highlights serious concerns regarding police conduct, particularly in dealing with military personnel. While 12 police officers have been suspended pending inquiry, the effectiveness and timeliness of this departmental investigation remain to be seen. The case underscores the need for accountability within law enforcement agencies.
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