A sub-inspector in Tamil Nadu was caught on CCTV slapping a 65-year-old store proprietor throughout a seek for banned tobacco merchandise. The cop was from Thanjavur and the incident occurred on Mukkuttu Street close to Pattukottai, the video of which rapidly unfold throughout social media, sparking outrage.
The Madukkur Police had obtained details about the alleged sale of unlawful tobacco merchandise reminiscent of gutka and hans at an area store. Appearing on the tip-off, the police officer, Jeevanandham, was dispatched to the scene to analyze.
Upon arrival, the sub-inspector questioned Thirunavukarasu, the aged store proprietor, in regards to the alleged sale of banned objects. When Thirunavukarasu denied the accusations, the cop was seen within the CCTV footage slapping the shopkeeper. The video additionally reveals the store proprietor falling on the officer’s ft in an obvious plea for mercy.
Following the video’s circulation, Jeevanandham was transferred to the Armed Reserve. An inside inquiry has been initiated to additional examine the sub-inspector’s actions.
Studies point out that previously 10 months, Tamil Nadu Police have seized over 208 tonnes of gutka and registered greater than 21,000 instances as a part of their crackdown on banned merchandise.
A CCTV reveals a Sub-Inspector slapping an aged store proprietor in Thanjavur
The shopkeeper was seen falling on the officer’s ft after the slap
The officer has been transferred, and an inside inquiry is underway
