Police Suspended Amid Outcry Over Alleged Assault on Family
Three policemen, including a sub-inspector in Pathanamthitta, have been suspended for allegedly assaulting a family near a bar, sparking public outrage. The attacks were reportedly due to 'mistaken identity'. Political leaders have demanded swift action against the officers as investigations continue.

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In a controversial incident, three policemen, including a sub-inspector, have been suspended in Pathanamthitta after an alleged assault on a family near a bar, causing a public uproar. The officers were part of a patrol team involved in the skirmish, which has now led to a formal investigation.
The suspension, ordered by Deputy Inspector General Ajitha Begum, followed demands for action by political leaders. Opposition Leader V D Satheeshan criticized the officers for their misuse of power and called for a thorough investigation, asserting that such behavior was unacceptable in law enforcement.
Witnesses claimed that the police, responding to a bar manager's report of a disturbance, began attacking bystanders, including the family, due to 'mistaken identity'. The incident has ignited widespread condemnation, with politicians urging immediate and strong measures against the involved policemen.
(With inputs from agencies.)