PUCL alleges dereliction of duty by Kadri police

June 28, 2013

Mangalore, Jun 28: Members of People's Union for Civil Liberties (PUCL), Mangalore, alleged dereliction of duty by Kadri police, who purportedly refused to register an FIR immediately after complaints were filed in two separate instances in the station.

Addressing mediapersons at a press conference here on Thursday, PUCL state president P B D'Sa said that in one instance, several items of jewellery had been stolen over a period of time from the possession of Molly Vas between December 2012 and February this year. Mrs Vas is a widow with one daughter and had employed a woman named Hilda as part-time servant at her house. Over 20 items of jewellery worth Rs 12 lakh in total went missing gradually from the time she had employed the woman. Although initially she did not suspect anyone, Mrs Vas began to suspect the maid due to her actions.

He said that Mrs Vas had lodged a complaint in this regard on March 19, 2013 at Kadri police station. In her complaint, she mentioned the theft of jewellery worth Rs 12 lakh by one Hilda, who reportedly had many aliases and already had cases against her at Ullal and Mulki police stations.

Instead of booking an FIR, Kadri police gave a non-cognizable receipt for lost gold, inspite of having named Hilda alias Anitha as a suspect. An FIR was only booked on April 15 after submitting a petition to the DCP. Even inspite of providing details of the accused, no arrest has been made till date. It is the duty of the police to at least conduct an inquiry into the matter, he said, adding that the police had neglected to perform their duty.

“Why was the FIR registered after a month? The Kadri police also informed that the accused Hilda (alias Anitha) had obtained an anticipatory bail and hence she could not be arrested, leading us to believe that the police may have joined hands with the culprits,” he said.

Mr D'Sa also brought to notice the plight of Mr John Tauro, who was allegedly assaulted and injured by advocate and corporator (Court ward) A C Vinayaraj on October 28 last year.

Mr John Tauro, who was present on the occasion, said that the police had not booked an FIR after he had filed a complaint. He alleged that, on the other hand, the police had booked a case against him, on the grounds of Vinayaraj's bogus complaint. Mr Tauro said that he further had to obtain an anticipatory bail and file a counter-case for his own safety.

PUCL members alleged that police had supported the culprits in both the cases, and wished to bring this to the notice of the media and public.

PUCL district president David D'Souza was present on the occasion.

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A Tragic End—Mortal Remains of Entrepreneur Mumtaz Ali Found In River

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October 7,2024

Mangaluru, Oct 7: In a heartbreaking turn of events, the search for Mumtaz Ali, chairman of Misbah Group of Educational Institutions, ended with the discovery of his mortal remains in the Phalguni river near Kulur. The somber discovery came after an exhaustive search, leaving a community in shock and sorrow.

He is the younger brother of former MLA Mohuiddin Bawa and former MLC B M Farookh.

The incident has taken a deeply distressing turn with the filing of an FIR against six individuals, including a woman, who are accused of pushing Ali to a tragic end.

The accused allegedly blackmailed Ali, fabricating a story about his involvement in an illicit relationship with the woman. Reports suggest that they extorted Rs 50 lakh from Ali and were unrelenting, demanding an additional Rs 50 lakh from him, casting a shadow over his final days.

The complaint, lodged by Ali’s grieving brother, accuses these individuals of driving him to despair through relentless blackmail and false accusations, ultimately leading him to take the tragic step.

In the early hours of Sunday, Ali left his home at 3 am, heading towards Suratkal, perhaps seeking some solace. A minor accident occurred when his car collided with a private bus near MCF. Despite the mishap, he offered a heartfelt apology to the bus driver and conductor—a gesture that now echoes with the pain of his unspoken struggles. After the collision, Ali made a U-turn near Panambur circle, driving back towards Kulur bridge, where his journey came to a sorrowful end.

Ali’s last moments hold an even deeper sadness, as he left behind a voice message in Byari, naming an individual who had been tormenting him mentally. Sent to his daughter and a close friend, the message revealed the unbearable burden he was carrying, hinting at his final decision to end his suffering.

This tragic loss has left the community and his loved ones grappling with unanswered questions and a profound sense of grief. As the investigation unfolds, the memory of Mumtaz Ali lingers, a reminder of the silent battles that too often go unseen.

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Lokayukta team arrives at disputed plot; CM likely to get ED summons

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October 1,2024

Mysuru, Oct 1: The Karnataka Lokayukta team on Tuesday arrived at the disputed plot in Mysuru and began investigation into the MUDA case against CM Siddaramaiah and his wife, news agency ANI reported. Snehamayi Krishna, the complainant in the case was also present with the team.

Sources stated that ED sleuths might issue a notice to CM Siddaramaiah at any time and issue summons to him for questioning. The sleuths are also keenly watching the movements of CM Siddaramaiah’s close associates and relatives, including a cabinet minister in connection with the MUDA scam.

Sources further said that there is a possibility of the ED conducting raids across the state on offices and residences of close associates of CM Siddaramaiah. The ED has also gathered information on bank accounts and financial transactions of CM Siddaramaiah and his associates.

The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) on Monday registered an Enforcement Case Information Report (ECIR), equivalent to an FIR by the police, against CM Siddaramaiah over the alleged irregularities in the allotment of 14 sites to his wife Parvathi B.M. by the Mysore Urban Development Authority. The ED registered the case taking cognisance of the FIR registered against the Chief Minister by the Lokayukta police on September 27.

Meanwhile, the Karnataka Lokayukta probing the MUDA case has also expedited the probe. The sleuths led by Mysuru Lokayukta SP T.J. Udesh have visited the controversial land on the outskirts of Mysuru city. The petitioner, Snehamayi Krishna, also accompanied the team.

The move of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s wife to return 14 sites allotted by the MUDA to her has triggered a debate. BJP MLA from Mysuru T.S. Srivatsa stated on Tuesday that the move of CM’s wife is not acceptable. "The two commissioners who colluded in the MUDA scam are roaming freely even today," he said.

"CM Siddaramaiah first claimed that there was no scam at all. Later, he formed a commission and now there is an FIR against him. After committing the mistake, you offer to return the sale deed. The time is up. He will have to tender his resignation and I am sure he won’t be in the position until Dasara festivities," MLA T.S. Srivatsa stated.

T.J. Abraham, one of the petitioners in the MUDA case said, “I had demanded the MUDA commissioner to take back the allotted sites. He had written back saying the process would be initiated. They were waiting for the investigation report."

"CM Siddaramaiah has not approached the division bench or the Supreme Court to challenge the order against him because there is nothing to be challenged. Returning sites is not a big sacrifice. The Chief Minister has lost it," Abraham stated.

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