“Slain Prisoner Simranjit Singh Allegedly Murdered by Fellow Inmates; Family Claims Jail Security Lapse”

A shocking incident took place in Kapurthala district of Punjab, where a prisoner was allegedly murdered by fellow prisoners inside the jail. The victim, Simranjit Singh, had been serving a sentence for a murder case for the past three years. The family of the deceased has claimed that the murder occurred due to a lapse in jail security and with the connivance of higher officials of the jail administration.

According to Gurpreet Singh, the brother of the deceased, a group of 40 to 50 men brutally attacked his brother with deadly weapons, resulting in his death. The family members have further accused the police of colluding with the culprits, as the post-mortem was not being conducted promptly. They revealed that the post-mortem officer and the police officer locked the body in a room and disappeared.

Simranjit Singh had previously expressed concerns about his safety to his family members during their visits. However, when the administration was informed, they dismissed the claims, asserting that the Kapurthala High Security Jail was impenetrable. Following this incident, Simranjit Singh was shifted to another cell, away from the barracks.

The family members believe that the murder was premeditated and involved the cooperation of jail officials. They have demanded justice from the government, threatening to take to the streets in protest if the culprits are not brought to book.

This incident highlights the need for enhanced security measures within prisons to ensure the safety of inmates. The authorities must investigate the allegations made by the family members and address any lapses in security. It is essential to provide a secure environment for prisoners, where they can serve their sentences without fear for their lives. The government must take immediate action to restore public trust in the criminal justice system and prevent such incidents from recurring in the future..