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Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. ASI death Shahdol
2. Illegal sand mining MP
An assistant sub-inspector (ASI) in Madhya Pradesh’s Shahdol district was tragically crushed to death by an illegal sand miner driving a tractor-trolley loaded with sand. ASI Mahendra Bagri lost his life on the spot, with the tractor driver, Raj Rawat, being promptly arrested. The truck owner’s son, Ashutosh Singh, was also arrested for involvement in illegal sand mining. Both have been charged with murder under the Indian Penal Code. The incident occurred while Bagri was on duty, attempting to arrest a criminal. The disrespectful postmortem conducted on Bagri has sparked controversy, with authorities investigating the matter. Download the HT App for exclusive updates on India’s general elections.
1. Illegal sand mining fatalities in Shahdol
2. Shahdol police investigate ASI crushed by sand miner
Tragic Incident in Shahdol, Madhya Pradesh
An assistant sub-inspector (ASI) met a tragic end in Shahdol district of Madhya Pradesh when he was crushed to death by a man driving a tractor-trolley loaded with illegally mined sand. The incident occurred on the intervening night of Saturday and Sunday, sending shockwaves throughout the region.
Details of the Incident
ASI Mahendra Bagri, who was posted at the Bahri police station, lost his life on the spot due to the reckless actions of the tractor driver, identified as Raj Rawat. The police have swiftly arrested Rawat, along with Ashutosh Singh, the son of Surendra Singh, the owner of the truck involved in illegal sand mining.
Both Rawat and Singh have been booked under section 302 (murder) of the Indian Penal Code, highlighting the severity of the crime committed. The authorities have also launched a manhunt for Surendra Singh, who has been absconding since the incident took place.
Police Account of the Tragic Incident
According to Shahdol superintendent of police (SP) Kumar Prateek, ASI Bagri, along with his team, was on a mission to apprehend a criminal in Baroli village when the fatal encounter occurred. A tractor-trolley approached them near Khadhauli village, and despite Bagri’s attempts to stop it, the driver callously ran over him before fleeing the scene.
As the ASI lay gravely injured, the perpetrator abandoned the tractor, which eventually careened off a bridge. The swift and brutal nature of the incident has left the community in shock and mourning for the loss of a dedicated officer.
Controversy Surrounding the Postmortem
In a distressing turn of events, controversy arose over the handling of ASI Bagri’s postmortem at Bahri Civil Hospital. Reports surfaced that his body was subjected to a degrading postmortem procedure, conducted on the hospital floor.
Bahri sub-divisional magistrate Narendra Singh Dhurve assured that an investigation into this matter was underway, seeking to address the lack of respect shown towards the fallen officer. The community demands justice not only for ASI Bagri’s untimely demise but also for the dignity he deserves even in death.
Conclusion
The tragic demise of ASI Mahendra Bagri serves as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by law enforcement officers in the line of duty. The authorities must ensure that those responsible for this heinous act are swiftly brought to justice, and measures are taken to prevent such incidents from recurring in the future.
