Uravakonda october 26:
The investigation into a brutal land dispute attack on five members of a single family in Gajula Mallapuram village, Vidapanakal Mandal, Anantapuram District, has taken a critical turn. Victims are fiercely accusing the police of showing bias, failing to name a local 'Eenadu' (a regional newspaper) journalist as the main conspirator, and severely reducing the gravity of the charges.
The police FIR named five individuals—Ramadurgam Govardhan, Anusuyamma, Ramanjaneyulu, Seena, and Dinesh—as the perpetrators. However, the victims are protesting loudly, alleging that the "number one accused," the Eenadu journalist, was intentionally omitted from the case. The victims questioned the police, asking if they were unaware of the fundamental legal principle that the person who instigates a crime is a greater offender than those who execute it.
Life Threat Allegations Ignored: Is Testimony Falling on Deaf Ears?
Ramadurgam Aadhi Narayana, the complainant, clearly stated in his testimony that he faces a threat to life from the journalist, the main instigator of the attack.
Conspiracy Angle: The complainant revealed a dangerous conspiracy, stating the journalist had allegedly laid live electric wires on the ground in the field, plotting to easily kill people working there.
Past Criminality: Victims allege the journalist has a history of criminality, including a past incident where he allegedly threw chili powder at the female victim, Rajakumari.
A Stain on Journalism: The victims emotionally stated that retaining a person with such a "vile culture," who was also reportedly responsible for a student's death, is a deep stain on both the institution and the profession of journalism.
Police Negligence: Despite clear statements regarding the threat to their lives, the police have allegedly ignored the victims' plea, reducing their anguish to "crying in the wilderness."
Downgrading of Charges Sparks Outrage
The attack involved the use of sticks and iron rods, resulting in severe injuries, including blunt trauma to the complainant's wife, Rajakumari, and abrasions to the children.
Victims' Question: The victims questioned the police, asking if an assault with sticks and iron rods does not qualify as Attempt to Murder.
Police Action: Palthur Police, however, only registered the case under BNS Section 118(1) read with 3(5), which pertains to Voluntarily Causing Simple Hurt. This section carries a maximum penalty of only one year in jail.
Bias Allegations: The victims alleged that these minor sections were applied to reduce the case's severity at the behest of a Mandal-level police officer, pointing to a lack of transparency and accountability within the police department.
DEMAND: The victims are vehemently demanding a comprehensive investigation and the immediate registration of an Attempt to Murder (IPC equivalent) case against the principal conspirator.
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