Madurai Court Issues Summons to Four Police Personnel in Custodial Death Case
The chief judicial magistrate court in Madurai has taken a significant step in the high-profile custodial death case of B Ajith Kumar, a temple security guard from Madapuram. The court has officially summoned four additional police officers who have been named as accused in this troubling incident.
Details of the Court Summons
After carefully reviewing the supplementary chargesheet filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), Chief Judicial Magistrate K Selvapandi has issued summons to the four accused police personnel. They have been directed to appear before the court on February 25 to face proceedings related to their alleged involvement in the case.
The officers summoned include the then Manamadurai DSP Shanmugasundaram, then Thiruppuvanam inspector of police Rameshkumar, then sub-inspector Sivakumar, and then head constable Ilayaraja. These four individuals represent additional accused parties beyond the original six police personnel named in the initial investigation.
Background of the Custodial Death Incident
This case stems from the tragic death of B Ajith Kumar, who was employed as a security guard at the Batharakaliamman temple in Madapuram. The incident occurred on June 28, 2025, when Ajith Kumar died during custodial interrogation at Thiruppuvanam in Sivaganga district.
The investigation has followed a complex path:
- Initially, the CBI filed its final report before the 5th additional district and sessions court in Madurai against six police personnel
- Subsequently, the investigative agency filed a supplementary chargesheet naming four more police officers as accused
- The supplementary chargesheet specifically identified Shanmugasundaram, Rameshkumar, Sivakumar, and Ilayaraja as additional parties to the case
Legal Proceedings and Next Steps
The court's decision to summon these four officers marks a crucial development in the legal proceedings. By taking the supplementary chargesheet on file and issuing formal summons, the judicial system is ensuring that all individuals allegedly involved in the custodial death face proper legal scrutiny.
This case highlights ongoing concerns about police conduct and custodial procedures in India. The involvement of multiple police personnel across different ranks suggests systemic issues that the judicial process aims to address through thorough investigation and legal proceedings.
The February 25 court appearance will represent the next phase in this unfolding legal drama, as the four summoned officers must respond to the allegations against them in a formal court setting.
