Witness in Murder Case Harassed, Stripped, and Forced to Bark as Video Goes Viral, Police Investigate
In a shocking incident that recently surfaced from Madhya Pradesh’s Datia district, a man who was a witness in a murder case was subjected to brutal harassment and humiliation. The distressing video, which went viral, shows the victim being mercilessly beaten, stripped, and forced to bark like a dog while being kept on a leash. The police have launched an investigation into the matter after the video caught their attention.
According to a report by India Today, the victim had been facing harassment from two individuals who attempted to coerce him into altering his testimony. When he refused to comply, they resorted to violence and recorded the entire ordeal on their phone.
The video, which has been widely shared on social media platforms, depicts the accused beating the man with a belt, tying it around his neck like a leash, and commanding him to bark like a dog. The disturbing nature of the footage has prompted public outrage and concern regarding the safety of witnesses in criminal cases.
After the video was brought to their attention, the police took swift action and apprehended the perpetrators for questioning. During the investigation, it was discovered that the video had been recorded over a year ago, but the victim had not lodged a complaint with the authorities.
The police are now reaching out to the victim and his family, urging them to officially register a case against the culprits. The prime accused in this horrifying incident is a well-known criminal with a history of offenses, hailing from Uttar Pradesh, as stated by Datia-Jhansi SP Pradeep Sharma.
It is crucial to note that the victim himself has a previous criminal record and is a resident of Indore in Madhya Pradesh.
Instances of shocking crimes and violence continue to be reported from various parts of Madhya Pradesh. Recently, a 12-year-old girl from Ujjain city was raped and found bleeding on the streets. She underwent surgery and is currently in critical but stable condition, according to officials.
As investigations into both cases proceed, it is imperative for authorities to ensure the safety and protection of witnesses involved in criminal proceedings. The incidents highlight the need for strengthened legal measures and a robust support system for those who bravely come forward to provide testimony in criminal cases.
The police are taking necessary steps to deliver justice in these distressing cases and have urged the public to assist them by providing any relevant information that may aid in the investigation.
The full weight of the law must be brought down upon those responsible for such gruesome acts to safeguard the credibility of our justice system and protect innocent individuals from becoming victims of heinous crimes.
