Archive · 30 Jun 2025
Custodial Death: High Court Questions Brutality in Tamil Nadu Case
A security guard named Ajith Kumar died while in police custody.
He was being questioned about a theft from a temple.
The High Court is now asking why the police used such harsh treatment, similar to how they would treat a terrorist.
Six officers have been suspended.
The incident has caused concern because this is not the first time this has happened in the state.
A 27-year-old temple guard, Ajith Kumar, died in police custody in Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu.
He was detained in connection to a jewel theft at the Bhadrakali Amman temple.
The Madurai Bench of Madras High Court questioned the police, asking if Kumar was a terrorist.
Six police personnel have been suspended, and a magisterial probe is ongoing.
The incident has raised concerns about custodial violence, with this being the 24th custodial death in the last four years.
- Who
- Ajith Kumar, a 27-year-old temple guard.
- What
- A security guard died in police custody.
- When
- The incident happened recently.
- Where
- Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu.
- Why
- Detained for questioning in a jewel theft case.
Criticism of DMK Government
Demand for Action
Political Parties Reactions
Criticism of DMK Government
AIADMK and BJP as well as PMK have criticized the DMK government.
Demand for Action
Allies including the CPI(M), Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) of Thol. Thirumavalavan and Tamilaga Valvurimai Katchi (TVK) have demanded stern action against the police.
- Deceased
- Ajith Kumar
- Age
- 27
- Occupation
- Temple guard
- Location
- Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu
- Inquiry
- Jewel theft case
- Suspensions
- 6 police officials
- Injuries
- 15 external injuries and severe internal injuries
