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Vadodara Court Orders Trial for Ex-Inspector's Assault
8 Nov
Summary
- Former inspector K N Lathiya ordered to face criminal proceedings.
- Allegations include assault causing a ruptured eardrum in 2024.
- Court found a prima facie case based on complainant's statement.
In Vadodara, Gujarat, a court has ordered criminal proceedings against former police inspector K N Lathiya. The Judicial Magistrate First Class, Supriya Sanyal, issued the order on November 4, 2026, establishing a prima facie case against Lathiya, formerly of Gorwa police station. The court directed that proceedings commence under sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita related to grievous hurt.
The case stems from an alleged incident on November 4, 2024. Complainant Moin Pathan reported being attacked by motorcyclists, after which Lathiya, not in uniform, transported Pathan, his brother, and the alleged assailants to Gorwa police station. There, Lathiya is accused of severely assaulting Pathan and his brother, resulting in Pathan sustaining a ruptured eardrum.
Pathan sought action from police and home ministry officials before moving the court due to inaction. Lathiya asserted the brothers were drunk and had a criminal record. However, Pathan provided a statement to the court, and his lawyer confirmed the eardrum injury. The court's decision mandates the issuance of summonses against Lathiya.
