A police inspector in Tamil Nadu’s Thoothukudi district has triggered controversy after a video surfaced showing him allegedly making members of the Narikuravar community sit on the ground and threatening them with a baton during an inquiry, as reported in Dinamalar.
The incident reportedly took place in Mandithoppu village near Kovilpatti on Diwali, following a dispute between two groups belonging to the Narikuravar community. The altercation allegedly broke out while those involved were under the influence of alcohol.
Following an inquiry, personnel from the Kovilpatti West Police Station arrested two men, identified as Maveeran, 37, and Ravi, 38.
Subsequently, Inspector Vanumamalai visited the spot and questioned members of the community. A video of the incident shows him making them sit on the ground while holding a baton and allegedly threatening them. He is also seen attempting to strike them with the baton.
The video has since circulated widely on social media, triggering criticism over the alleged treatment of the community members by the police.
In another portion of the video, Sub-Inspector Neelakandan is heard making threatening remarks to the Narikuravar community members.
“We cannot keep talking to you. You will not be able to go about your business. We will smash your vehicles,” he is heard saying.
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