Parents of Badlapur Encounter Victim Seek to Drop Case as Court Demands State Action
Akshay Shinde’s parents cite personal challenges in withdrawing their plea, while the Bombay High Court questions delays in FIR against implicated officers.
- Akshay Shinde, accused of sexually assaulting two minors, was killed in a police encounter in September 2024, which his parents allege was staged.
- Shinde’s parents verbally requested to withdraw their petition for a Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe, citing stress and family responsibilities, but the court declined to close the case immediately.
- A magisterial inquiry report found five police officers responsible for Shinde's death, questioning their claims of self-defense during the alleged encounter.
- The Bombay High Court criticized the state government for delays in filing an FIR against the officers, despite the inquiry findings and available evidence.
- The state argued that an independent Criminal Investigation Department (CID) probe is ongoing, and further investigation is needed before taking action against the officers.
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