Archive · 25 Jul 2025
CBI Takes Over Probe in Colonel Assault Case in Punjab
A colonel was reportedly attacked by Punjab Police officers at a restaurant.
The colonel and his son were allegedly beaten up after a dispute over parking.
The colonel filed a complaint, claiming police also took his ID and threatened him.
Initially, the Chandigarh Police investigated, but the High Court transferred the case to the CBI, the top federal investigation agency, because the court wasn't sure the police investigation was fair.
The CBI is now in charge, trying to figure out what really happened.
CBI has taken over the investigation into the alleged assault of a colonel by Punjab Police personnel.
The incident occurred on March 13-14 at a roadside dhaba in Patiala, Punjab.
Colonel Pushpinder Singh Bath and his son were allegedly assaulted by police officers.
The colonel's FIR alleged that the assailants threatened him and his son, and stole his ID.
The High Court handed over the probe to the CBI after concerns about a fair investigation.
- Who
- Colonel Pushpinder Singh Bath and his son were allegedly assaulted by Punjab Police personnel. The CBI is now investigating.
- What
- CBI has taken over the investigation into the alleged assault of a colonel by Punjab Police personnel.
- When
- The alleged incident took place on the intervening night of March 13 and 14. The CBI took over the probe on July 25.
- Where
- At a roadside dhaba in Patiala, Punjab.
- Why
- The High Court transferred the case to the CBI due to concerns about a fair investigation by the previous investigating agency.
Accusations
Counterclaims
The Assault
Accusations
Colonel claims assault by police, threat and theft.
Counterclaims
Owner of the eatery alleges a minor scuffle involving unknown individuals and the occupants of a car parked in the middle of the road.
- Incident Date
- March 13-14
- Location
- Patiala, Punjab
- Involved
- Colonel Pushpinder Singh Bath, Punjab Police personnel
- Investigation Agency
- CBI
- Original FIR Lodged
- Civil Lines Police Station, Patiala