Three Policemen Suspended in Agra Over Improper FIR Against Minor Student
Agra school assault case: Three cops suspended over FIR against minor student
Hindustan Times
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In Agra, India, three policemen were suspended for improperly filing an FIR against a minor student involved in a school assault case. The FIR was registered without following the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, leading to its expungement and further action by the Juvenile Justice Board.
- 01Three policemen, including a sub inspector, were suspended for filing an FIR against a minor without following legal procedures.
- 02The incident involved a Class 10 student who injured a classmate during a dispute.
- 03The FIR was expunged and the case referred to the Juvenile Justice Board.
- 04The police acknowledged their failure to comply with the Juvenile Justice Act.
- 05The Association of Progressive Schools of Agra called for improved safety measures in schools.
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In Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India, three policemen were suspended for filing an FIR against a minor student involved in a school assault without adhering to the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015. The incident occurred when a Class 10 student punched a classmate, resulting in injuries. Following a complaint from the victim's father, the police registered a case without proper procedures, prompting the suspension of sub inspector Manpal, constable clerk Sunny Dhama, and constable Kamal Chandel. The FIR was later expunged, and the minor was presented before the Juvenile Justice Board for further action. The deputy commissioner of police, Syed Ali Abbas, emphasized the need for adherence to legal protocols in such cases. In response to the incident, the Association of Progressive Schools of Agra (APSA) called for enhanced safety measures in schools to prevent bullying and violence, highlighting the importance of proactive steps for student well-being.
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The incident highlights the importance of proper legal procedures in cases involving minors, ensuring that similar mistakes do not occur in the future.
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