Madhya Pradesh: Tribals made to drink urine in custody, four policemen suspended

The five men, all tribals, were admitted to the Alirajpur district hospital after they accused the police station staff of torturing and assaulting them. The young men were arrested when they allegedly assaulted a police officer. They were booked under Section 353 of IPC (assault or criminal force to deter public servant from discharge of his duty). A local court has released them on bail.

Police claimed the five men had a dispute with another youngster who allegedly harassed the sister of one of them. They were chasing the youth when he approached a police vehicle and sought help. When questioned, the five allegedly beat up the police officials. The youngster did not file any complaint against the five but is a witness in the case for assaulting police on duty.

Shrivastava said the inquiry against the police officials will be conducted quickly and action taken against them.