Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): A video showing Madhya Pradesh Police 112 personnel pushing a civilian and misbehaving with him in public went viral on social media on Saturday.
It is alleged that the police personnel snatched the civilian’s phone and, when he asked for it back, tried to slap him and mistreated him.
According to claims being shared, the civilian in the video has been identified as Mangal Lodhi.
It is said that police personnel stopped Mangal Lodhi and allegedly snatched his mobile phone during a street interaction. When he asked for his phone back, he was reportedly beaten and pushed onto the road.
The video and accounts circulating on social media further allege that the police did not speak properly with the civilian and used excessive force during the confrontation.
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In the video, it is clearly visible that the police personnel are sitting inside the Dial 112 vehicle while Mangal is interacting with them through the window.
Mangal repeatedly asks the police personnel to return his phone. However, instead of returning it, one of them gets furious and slaps him.
He then comes out of the vehicle and pushes the man. He can also be seen puffing his chest in an attempt to intimidate him.
All this while, Mangal keeps asking for his phone, saying, “Please just return my phone.”
Netizens criticise the cop
The incident has led to strong criticism online, with users demanding an explanation from the police department. Many are also asking what action, if any, has been taken against the personnel involved.
So far, there has been no official detailed statement from the Madhya Pradesh Police confirming disciplinary action or providing their version of events.
Authorities are being urged to investigate the matter thoroughly, hear all sides involved, and take strict action if any wrongdoing is confirmed.
