State Police Chief seeks inquiry into alleged bail bid in Pathanamthitta POCSO case

Jan 08, 2026
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The Hindu - National
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Overview

Key Points

  1. State Police Chief ordered an inquiry into alleged intervention in a POCSO case.
  2. Complaint submitted to the Chief Minister by activist Kulathoor Jaisingh.
  3. DGP instructed Pathanamthitta district police chief to conduct an investigation.
  4. Allegation against Pathanamthitta Cyber Cell Circle Inspector B.K. Sunil Krishna.
  5. Accused Shankarankutty was arrested in a POCSO case by Enathu police.
  6. Officer reportedly withdrew from attempts to secure bail after the matter became public.
  7. Date of report: January 08, 2026

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