The Ghaziabad police have swiftly responded to a disturbing incident captured in a viral video, which showed a police constable in uniform brutally assaulting an individual on a public street. This alarming display of violence has resulted in the suspension of the police constable in question, identified as Rinku Rajaura, who is stationed at the Madhuban Bapudham police station in Ghaziabad district.
The incident unfolded on a Tuesday, as Rajaura was seen aggressively attacking the individual in broad daylight, raising concerns about the excessive use of force by a law enforcement officer. While the identity of the victim remains undisclosed, authorities are actively working to locate and engage with them. Abhishek Srivastava, the Assistant Commissioner of Police for Kavinagar in Ghaziabad, affirmed that a formal case has been registered against Rajaura. Furthermore, an extensive internal investigation is set to be launched to delve into the specifics of the alleged incident.
The video, which rapidly gained traction on various social media platforms, graphically portrayed a police officer physically assaulting an individual. Subsequent scrutiny of the video’s contents confirmed that the incident took place within the jurisdiction of the Kavi Nagar police station area. In response, the legal machinery has been set in motion to ensure appropriate consequences. A legal case is being prepared in adherence to the relevant legal statutes. Abhishek Srivastava, underscored that the suspension of Rinku Rajaura was a direct result of the incriminating video evidence. The charges levied against the police constable are grounded in sections 323, which pertains to voluntary physical harm, and 506, associated with criminal intimidation, of the Indian Penal Code.
Section 323 of the Indian Penal Code, punishment for voluntarily causing hurt, says anyone who intentionally inflicts harm, except in cases specified in section 334, will be subjected to imprisonment for up to one year, a fine that can extend to one thousand rupees, or both penalties combined.
Section 506 of the Indian Penal Code, says anyone found guilty of committing the offense of criminal intimidation will face punishment, which could involve imprisonment of either type for a period that might reach up to two years, or a fine, or a combination of both. If the threat is aimed at causing death, grievous bodily harm, the destruction of property through fire, or the commission of an offense punishable by death, life imprisonment, or imprisonment for up to seven years, or if the threat is to falsely accuse a woman of unchaste conduct, the individual will be subjected to imprisonment of either description for a span of up to seven years, or a fine, or both penalties combined.
Cop gives explanation for the assault in Ghaziabad
During the initial phases of the inquiry, Rinku Rajaura furnished an explanation for his actions. He contended that his actions were motivated by the alleged assault on someone he knew. This assertion seemingly provided him with the rationale to resort to physical force against the individual in question. According to local media reports, Rajaura justified his actions by asserting that the individual had been making derogatory comments about his sister. This apparent provocation ignited his anger and subsequently led him to engage in a physical altercation with the individual. However, these explanations have elicited criticism from some quarters.
While emotions and personal connections can understandably influence reactions, critics argue that officers of the law should always prioritize upholding the law itself. Resorting to vigilantism, especially in the case of law enforcement personnel, raises significant ethical and legal concerns. Despite any personal motivations, there is a consensus that professionals in positions of authority should exemplify responsible behavior and adhere to established protocols.
