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Crime
Accused in Manji Sahib shooting dies in police custody, family alleges torture
✍️ Amar Ujala · Ludhiana
🗓 03 Nov 2026, 04:38 PM
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Raju, a key accused in the Manji Sahib shooting incident, died while in police custody in Ludhiana. His family has lodged a serious complaint alleging that he was subjected to physical abuse by the officers.
A serious incident of death in police custody has come to light in Ludhiana, Punjab. Raju, who was a prime suspect in the recent Manji Sahib shooting case, was found dead while being held by local police authorities.
The deceased's family has strongly contested the official version of events, filing a complaint that Raju was subjected to severe physical torture and abuse by the investigating officers. They have demanded a thorough and transparent inquiry into the circumstances surrounding his death.
This development has intensified scrutiny on the handling of the Manji Sahib case, with rights activists and local residents calling for accountability. The police have stated that a formal inquest is being conducted to determine the exact cause of death.
The incident has sparked widespread outrage in the region, with demands for a high-level judicial investigation to ensure justice for the deceased and to verify the allegations of custodial violence.
The deceased's family has strongly contested the official version of events, filing a complaint that Raju was subjected to severe physical torture and abuse by the investigating officers. They have demanded a thorough and transparent inquiry into the circumstances surrounding his death.
This development has intensified scrutiny on the handling of the Manji Sahib case, with rights activists and local residents calling for accountability. The police have stated that a formal inquest is being conducted to determine the exact cause of death.
The incident has sparked widespread outrage in the region, with demands for a high-level judicial investigation to ensure justice for the deceased and to verify the allegations of custodial violence.