Background of the Case
According to the complaint, on 10th September 2023, police personnel arrived at the house of Vijay Soni, a resident of Kaushambi, and began beating him. When his mother intervened, the officers allegedly abused her and threatened to drag her away. After being detained, Vijay disappeared, and his family was unable to trace him at the local police station.
The complaint further states that on 12th September 2023, Vijay was taken to a forest area by the police, tied up, and forced to handle a pistol. The police allegedly filmed this, fired shots at Vijay, and ultimately delivered him to Swaroop Rani Hospital in a critical condition. Tragically, he died during treatment. His mother, Smt. Anju Devi, also filed a complaint with the NHRC, which was combined with this case.
Action Taken So Far
In response to the initial complaint, the Additional Superintendent of Police, Kaushambi, submitted a report claiming that Vijay died in a police encounter. The report referenced two First Information Reports (FIRs) filed under Charwa PS FIR Nos. 197/2023 and 198/2023, accusing Vijay of criminal activity and detailing the events leading to the encounter.
A magisterial inquiry into the encounter was also conducted, and the report was submitted to the NHRC. However, the Commission, upon reviewing the material, found the reports incomplete and has requested further evidence to clarify the circumstances surrounding Vijay’s death.
NHRC’s Additional Information Request
The NHRC has directed the Superintendent of Police, Kaushambi, to provide comprehensive documentation within six weeks, including:
- General Diary (GD) entries related to the departure and return of the police before and after the encounter.
- FIR copies (with English translations if necessary).
- Seizure memos and the MLC (Medico-Legal Case) reports of any injured police personnel.
- Criminal history of the deceased, if any exists.
- A detailed site plan of the encounter scene.
- A postmortem report with specific details about the nature of Vijay’s injuries, including any evidence of close-range firing such as blackening or charring.
- Results from a forensic examination of the victim’s "hand wash" to determine if gunpowder residue was present, suggesting whether he fired a weapon.
- Ballistic and fingerprint reports to confirm whether the weapon recovered from the scene was indeed fired by Vijay.
- Reports from the investigation agency about the case status.
Why This Matters
The NHRC’s call for detailed reports highlights the ongoing struggle to ensure accountability in police encounters. Such incidents often raise suspicions of extra-judicial killings, or "fake encounters," where the police are accused of fabricating stories to justify unlawful actions. The NHRC’s involvement is a crucial step in seeking truth and justice for the victims of these encounters and ensuring that human rights violations are not left unchecked.
The incident in Kaushambi has gained significant attention due to the allegations that Vijay Soni was not only unjustly beaten and detained but also framed in a staged encounter. The outcome of the NHRC’s investigation will be critical in determining whether the police acted lawfully or were complicit in a gross violation of human rights.
Next Steps
The NHRC has given the concerned authorities a deadline of 6th December 2024 to submit all the requested documents and reports. The Commission’s focus on transparency and thorough investigation underscores its commitment to upholding human rights standards in India.
This case will be closely followed by human rights organizations, legal experts, and the public, as it touches upon critical issues related to police accountability, the rule of law, and the protection of citizens’ rights.
Lenin Raghuvanshi, who has been actively advocating for the victim’s family, expressed hope that the NHRC’s inquiry will lead to justice for Vijay Soni and his family. The NHRC’s call for extensive documentation from the police and forensic experts represents a significant step towards achieving that justice.
Stay tuned for further updates on this evolving story.
A Tragic Tale of Betrayal: Seeking Justice Amidst Police Brutality and Corruption
Narayan Prasad's heart-wrenching narrative exposes the grim realities of seeking justice in the face of rampant police brutality and corruption. His emotional account sheds light on the challenges faced by countless individuals like him, struggling to navigate a system rife with injustice and deceit.
Narayan's voice echoes with anguish as he recounts the treacherous path he was forced to tread in pursuit of justice for his beloved son, Vijay. Despite the cruel hand fate dealt him, his resilience shines through, bearing witness to the inherent strength of a grieving father. His experience at the hands of the very legal system meant to protect citizens unravels a shocking tale of betrayal, with the lawyer he trusted compromising with the police instead of offering genuine support.
The overwhelming grief that continues to consume Narayan is palpable as he recounts the injustice his son endured. Vijay, a 21-year-old laborer, was subjected to unlawful arrest, brutal assault, and police coercion, leading to his tragic death. His detainment, abuse, and eventual fatal injury at the hands of the police lay bare the deeply entrenched corruption within the law enforcement system.
The betrayal didn't stop with the police. The lawyer Narayan trusted to fight for his son’s justice manipulated him into accepting bribes and surrendering to pressure. When Narayan and his family refused, the situation escalated into violence. Narayan, his wife, and daughter were beaten by the lawyer and his accomplices, leaving them broken and helpless. Even female police officers refused to intervene, showcasing the fear and powerlessness that dominates the system.
The police brutality that led to Vijay’s death was even more horrifying. Vijay was arrested without explanation and taken to a remote area, where the police fabricated a staged shootout, shooting Vijay in the shoulder and later taunting him at the hospital. Narayan and his family were forced to pay bribes to secure Vijay’s surgery, only to watch him bleed to death after receiving an injection that brought his life to a tragic end.
This traumatic experience has left Narayan with unbearable grief, haunted by the face of his son and the unrelenting memories of injustice. Narayan's tragic loss highlights the urgent need for police reform, accountability, and empathy. His unwavering quest for justice stands as a beacon of hope, inspiring a collective call to action against the systemic abuses that plague communities across India.
Narayan’s story is a stark reminder of the human cost of police corruption, and it serves as a call to action for immediate reforms to protect the rights and dignity of vulnerable citizens like him. The cries of grieving families must be heard, and the system must be held accountable for the loss of innocent lives.
For more details on this tragic story, visit the link: A Mother's Plea for Justice.
Link for details: https://pvchr.blogspot.com/2023/10/a-tragic-tale-of-betrayal-seeking.html
Date: Tue, Oct 15, 2024 at 8:38 AM
Subject: Additional Information Called for(AIC) -26139/24/4/2023-AFE
To: <spksi-up@nic.in>, <spksi-up@upcctns.gov.in>, <spkaushambi@nic.in>, <pvchr.adv@gmail.com>
| Case No.- 26139/24/4/2023-AFE |
| NATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION |
| (LAW DIVISION) |
| * * * |
| MANAV ADHIKAR BHAWAN, BLOCK-C, |
| G.P.O. COMPLEX, INA, NEW DELHI- 110023 |
| Fax No.: 011-24651332 Website: www.nhrc.nic.in |
| Date : 15/10/2024 |
| To, |
| THE SUPERINTENDENT OF POLICE KAUSHAMBI UTTAR PRADESH Email- spksi-up@nic.in,spksi-up@ |
| Sub : Complaint/Intimation from |
|
LENINRAGHUVNASHI |
| Subject: Additional Information Called for(AIC) -26139/24/4/2023-AFE. |
| Sir/Madam, |
| I am directed to say that the matter was considered by the Commission on 15/10/2024 and the Commission has directed as follows.: |
| The Commission on 30.9.2023
received a complaint from Shri Lenin Raghuvanshi, a human rights
activist from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh stating that on 10.09.2023, two
police vehicles came to one Vijay Soni's house. In which two or three
policemen were in uniform and one in plain clothes. As soon as they
arrived, they started beating Shri Vijay and when his mother tried to
save him, the police abused her and asked her to get away otherwise they
will drag her naked. The complainant has further stated that the
victim's mother went to the local police station with her husband but
she was not able to trace her son there. On 11.09.2023, the victim sent
an email to the CM portal and the Police Commissioner. It is further
mentioned in the complaint that on 12.09.2023, the police took said
Vijay to the forest of Kaushambi where his hands and mouth were tied.
The police gave him a pistol and made a video of him and after that,
fired bullets at him. The bullet hit his right shoulder. After that the
police took him to Swaroop Rani Hospital where he died during the course
of treatment. The complainant has requested the Commission to intervene
into the matter. |
| 2. It is therefore, requested that the additional/complete report as directed by the Commission in the matter be sent latest by 06/12/2024, for futher consideration by the Commission. |
| 3. Any communication by public authorities in this matter may please be sent to the Commission through the HRCNet Portal (https://hrcnet.nic.in) by using id and password already provided to the public authorities (click Authority Login). Any Audio/ Video CDs/ pen drives etc. may be sent through Speed Post/ per bearer. The reports/ responses sent through email may not be entertained |
|
Your’s faithfully
|
| CC to |
|
Mukesh
Link for details: https://www.scribd.com/document/780629532/National-Human-Rights-Commission-Calls-for-Additional-Reports-on-Alleged-Police-Encounter-in-Kaushambi |
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National Human Rights Commission Calls for Additional Reports on Alleged Police Encounter in Kaushambi by pvchr.india9214 on Scribd
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