The Department of Prisons and Correctional Services has ordered an internal inquiry into the circumstances that led to a fatal attack inside the Kodagu jail. A seriously injured undertrial prisoner, who was attacked by fellow inmates, succumbed to his injuries on Tuesday.
Incident Details
The attack occurred within the prison premises, leaving the undertrial critically wounded. He was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital, where doctors declared him dead upon arrival. The identity of the deceased has not been officially released, but sources confirm he was a remand prisoner awaiting trial.
Prison Department Response
In response to the incident, the Department of Prisons and Correctional Services has initiated a thorough internal investigation. Officials stated that the inquiry will focus on security lapses, the cause of the altercation, and the actions of prison staff at the time of the attack. Additional security measures have been implemented in the jail to prevent further violence.
This incident has raised concerns about the safety of inmates in Karnataka prisons. The prison authorities have assured that strict action will be taken against those responsible for the attack.
