Shimla: CBI Court Sentences 8 Cops to Life Imprisonment in Suraj Custodial Death Case
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Shimla, 29 January 2025: The CBI Court has delivered its verdict on the Suraj custodial death case, which is connected to the Gudia murder case in Kotkhai, Shimla. The court sentenced 8 police personnel, including IG Zahoor Zaidi, DSP Manoj, and SHO, to life imprisonment for their involvement in custodial torture and police brutality.
The 343-page judgment reveals shocking details of the police’s inhumane treatment. According to the judgment, the SIT team had used third-degree torture on Suraj and other accused, trying to frame them in the case. Key testimonies from witnesses, including constable Ajay Kumar and other accused, described the harsh treatment they endured during the investigation.
The judgment highlights the barbaric methods used by the police to extract confessions and manipulate the investigation process. The court has acknowledged these brutalities, marking a significant step towards justice for the victims.