Faridabad custody death sparks protest

The death of a man in police custody triggered protests in Palwal on Thursday, forcing the administration to suspend seven policemen and register murder case against them.

The death of a man in police custody triggered protests in Palwal on Thursday, forcing the administration to suspend seven policemen and register murder case against them.

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The police picked up Sanjay Kumar late on Wednesday from his house in connection with the death of a 10-year-old.

Sanjay allegedly called Nikhil to his house, after which the Class 4 student disappeared. His dead body was later found wrapped inside a bag in Prakash.

Sanjay's family members raised slogans after news of his death. MLA Subhash Chaudhary also joined in the protests.