A traffic policeman in Bhopal, the capital of Madhya Pradesh, was caught on camera thrashing a man standing near the governor's passing convoy. The shocking display, captured on the phone, went viral on social media. The incident took place at the Anand Nagar intersection of the city.
The viral video shows the traffic constable running towards the man who appeared to be standing near the convoy. In the next move, the constable shoved the man to the ground and began hitting him. Later, when he tries to get up the constable brutally slaps him in the face.
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Viral Video Sparks Outrage
The video has ignited widespread outrage on social media, leading the Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) for Traffic to initiate a comprehensive investigation.
Additional DCP Vikram Raghuvanshi informed NDTV that the Governor is provided with Z+ security, prohibiting anyone from approaching the convoy due to potential accident risks. The ACP Traffic Police has been assigned to review CCTV footage to identify the victim and determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
"It was the convoy of His Excellency the Governor, who has Z+ security. The motorcade moves at high speed, and despite being warned by the police, the individual still approached the convoy. You are unidentified-why are you going near the convoy? An investigation has been ordered into this matter. The DCP has directed an ACP-level officer to conduct the inquiry. They have retrieved video footage and started recording statements. Investigations take time, but the facts will eventually come to light." Raghuvanshi said.