Dina Custody Death: Three Punjab Police Officers Suspended
District authorities in Jhelum have removed an SHO and two station staff members while launching an internal inquiry into a suspect who allegedly died by suicide inside a lockup.
District Police Officer Jhelum suspended the SHO, moharrar, and a constable at Dina police station over alleged negligence.
The detainee was in custody over an unverified sexual assault complaint filed by his daughter.
Police stated the suspect ended his life on Sunday night using a piece of cloth provided to cover his food.
Departmental proceedings have been initiated to determine whether staff negligence or misconduct occurred.