High Court Transfers Colonel Bath Assault Case to Chandigarh Police for Independent Probe

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has directed the formation of a new SIT by Chandigarh Police to ensure a fair investigation, with a four-month deadline to complete the probe.

• Colonel Pushpinder Bath and his son were allegedly assaulted by Punjab Police personnel on March 13-14 in Patiala over a parking dispute, prompting widespread outrage.
• The Punjab and Haryana High Court has transferred the case to Chandigarh Police, citing the need for impartiality and accountability in the investigation.
• A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been ordered to complete the investigation within four months, with no involvement from Punjab Police personnel.
• The SIT has begun collecting evidence, recording statements from Patiala police officers involved in the initial investigation, and plans to question the accused personnel soon.
• The case has reignited calls for police accountability and systemic reforms, as well as demands for justice for the victims and consequences for the accused officers.

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