1 month ago
Custodial Death Alleged After Police Station Visit
A man named C Khaleelulla was taken to a police station in Hagaribommanahalli after a fight with his wife.
While there, he got very sick and was sent to a hospital, where he died.
His family says the police beat him, but the police say he was already ill.
A judge looked into the case, and two police officers were charged.
People in the town gathered outside the police station and hospital, and more police were sent to keep everyone safe.
C Khaleelulla, 38, died in custody after being brought to a police station in Hagaribommanahalli on Saturday night.
Family claims he was assaulted by police; police say he became seriously ill and was transferred to hospital where he died.
An inquest was held with a judicial magistrate present; a case registered against a Head Constable and a constable.
The incident sparked protests outside the police station and hospital, prompting deployment of additional police to maintain order.
The death has been labeled a custodial death allegation, with tensions rising in the town.
- Who
- C Khaleelulla and his wife Sahinaz
- What
- Death in custody after being brought to a police station
- Where
- Police station in Hagaribommanahalli, India
- When
- Saturday night, shortly after midnight
- Why
- Alleged assault by police or sudden illness
Key facts
- Name
- C Khaleelulla
- Age
- 38
- Location
- Hagaribommanahalli, India
- Cause of death
- Custodial death allegations
- Police officers involved
- Head Constable and constable








