Inquiry into the custodial death of Akshay Shinde

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1. News27 Feb 2025

   Badlapur shootout: Relief for cops, magisterial probe finding 'on hold'

   India News: A sessions court in Mumbai has temporarily halted the findings of a magisterial inquiry against five policemen linked to the custodial death of...

   Explanation in simple terms

   The investigation into the death of Akshay Shinde, who was killed in a police shootout, has hit a temporary pause. A special inquiry led by a magistrate, which was looking into whether the police acted properly, has been put on hold for now. This means there is no official conclusion yet regarding the circumstances of his death. The police involved have received some relief as the findings of this specific probe are currently suspended.

   timesofindia.indiatimes.com
2. News20 Jan 2025

   Inquiry Concludes 5 Cops Responsible For Badlapur Accused's Death In Custody

   A magistrate's inquiry has held five policemen responsible for the custodial death of Akshay Shinde, accused in the Badlapur school sexual assault case.

   Explanation in simple terms

   An official investigation has concluded that five police officers are responsible for the death of Akshay Shinde while he was in their custody. Shinde was the primary suspect in the Badlapur case. This finding means that the authorities have officially identified the officers involved in the incident. The case will now move forward based on these findings to determine the next steps for accountability.

   ndtv.com