Court Orders FIR Against Police in Sambhal Violence Case

“The medical records clearly show Alam suffered two bullet injuries to his back and one bullet injury to his hand. They further indicate a fracture to a bone in his hand, with relevant medical papers and X-ray reports placed on record. The police have themselves placed Alam’s medical documents on record and recorded statements of treating doctors. However, these statements appear to be inconsistent with medical reports and circumstances of the incident, thereby casting doubt on the police version and indicating the commission of a cognisable offence.”

“It is essential that the true and correct facts of the case be placed before the court. At the prima facie stage, the material on record discloses the commission of a cognisable offence. Accordingly, in view of the relevant legal provisions and facts and circumstances of the case, it appears necessary and just that an investigation be ordered.”