Dhanbad Police Chief Issues Stern Warning Against Mob Violence Over Child-Lifting Suspicions
In a strong statement addressing a concerning surge in public violence, Dhanbad Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Prabhat Kumar has categorically condemned the dangerous trend of citizens taking the law into their own hands based on unverified suspicions of child-lifting. The senior police official issued this urgent appeal on Friday, emphasizing the unlawful nature of such vigilante actions.
Citizens Urged to Report, Not React
SSP Prabhat Kumar explicitly urged the residents of Dhanbad to refrain from impulsive actions when encountering suspicious situations. Instead, he directed them to immediately inform the police authorities. "If any person appears suspicious, inform the nearest police station or dial the emergency number 112 immediately," Kumar stated. He provided a stark reminder of the legal consequences, adding, "Assaulting or detaining someone based on mere suspicion is itself a punishable crime."
The police chief stressed the importance of public cooperation in maintaining law and order. He advised citizens to remain calm, verify facts through official channels, and report any dubious activity directly to the police without delay. Kumar warned that legal action would be decisively taken against individuals who engage in mob violence or unlawful detention.
Police Intensify Social Media Surveillance
Recognizing the role of digital platforms in amplifying rumors, SSP Kumar revealed that the Dhanbad Police has significantly ramped up its monitoring of social media. The force is actively tracking the circulation of unverified videos, photographs, and messages that falsely allege child kidnapping incidents. This proactive surveillance aims to curb the spread of misinformation that often incites public panic and leads to violent confrontations.
The police initiative focuses on identifying and acting against sources that propagate such baseless content, which can destabilize community harmony and trigger unlawful mob justice. The statement serves as a clear directive from law enforcement to combat both the physical violence and the digital misinformation fueling it.
This official warning comes amid growing concerns over incidents where rumors have led to assaults on innocent individuals, highlighting a critical need for public awareness and adherence to legal procedures.
