Archive · 28 Jul 2026
Bombay HC dissatisfied with police probe in doctors' assault case
A local politician named Ramesh Mhatre is accused of attacking doctors and medical staff at a hospital in Dombivli.
The Bombay High Court is unhappy with how the police are handling the case and has ordered a higher-ranking officer to take over the investigation.
The court also criticized Mhatre for his behavior, both during the incident and after his arrest.
Mhatre's defense team is asking the court to lift the stay on his bail, arguing that he has learned his lesson.
The court-appointed lawyer suggests that Mhatre could be released on bail, but only after a fair and timely investigation.
Bombay High Court expresses dissatisfaction with the police investigation into the assault case involving Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre.
The court orders the Deputy Commissioner of Police to take over the probe and ensure protection for victims and witnesses.
Mhatre allegedly assaulted doctors and medical staff at a civic hospital in Dombivli on July 6.
The court criticizes Mhatre's behavior during the incident and after his arrest, noting his contradictory health claims.
Mhatre's defense team urges the court to vacate the stay on his bail, proposing strict conditions and his willingness to leave Maharashtra.
- Who
- Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre
- What
- Assault on doctors and medical staff at a civic hospital
- When
- July 6
- Where
- Dombivli, Thane district
- Why
- Alleged delay in treatment of a pregnant patient
Defense
Prosecution
Bail Conditions
Defense
Defense argues that strict conditions should be imposed on Mhatre and that a lesson has been learned.
Prosecution
Prosecution emphasizes the need for a fair and time-bound investigation before considering bail.
- Date of Incident
- July 6
- Date of Bail Grant
- July 15
- Date of HC Intervention
- July 27
- Location of Incident
- Dombivli, Thane district
- Accused
- Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre
- Court's Next Hearing
- July 31
Sources
Doctors’ assault case: HC dissatisfied with conduct of local police, directs DCP to take over probe
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