Archive · 27 Jul 2026
Kerala Man Dies After Alleged Custodial Torture
A man named Syad from Kerala was taken into police custody on June 16 after a complaint about a missing boy.
His family says he was tortured in police custody, which led to his death.
The family claims doctors found rib injuries and that he complained of severe pain after being released.
The police deny these allegations.
The opposition leader, Pinarayi Vijayan, has demanded a thorough investigation, and the home minister has asked for a report on the incident.
Syad was taken into custody on June 16 in connection with a missing boy case.
His family alleges he was tortured in police custody, leading to his death.
Doctors reportedly found rib injuries and complications.
Police deny any custodial assault and claim no torture occurred.
Opposition leader Pinarayi Vijayan demands an impartial probe and stringent action.
- Who
- Syad, a resident of Societymukku in Kundara, Kollam, Kerala
- What
- Alleged custodial torture leading to death
- When
- Incident on June 16, death recently
- Where
- Kollam, Kerala
- Why
- Syad was taken into custody in connection with a missing boy case
Family's Allegations
Police Denial
Cause of Death
Family's Allegations
Family alleges custodial torture led to Syad's death due to rib injuries.
Police Denial
Police deny any custodial assault and claim no torture occurred.
- Victim's Name
- Syad
- Location
- Kollam, Kerala
- Date of Incident
- June 16
- Date of Death
- Recently (exact date not specified)
- Alleged Torture Location
- Kundara Police Station
- Government Response
- Home Minister seeks report from state police chief