The sit-in protest outside the house of Razeeda (26) and Imran Meo (27) in Rajasthan’s Alwar district continues to draw attention and garner support from local residents who are outraged over the death of the couple’s 25-day-old child during a police search earlier this month. The protesters are laying the blame squarely on the police, alleging that the infant was trampled on by police personnel during the raid, which was part of a crackdown on cyber crime.
In response to the incident, police have filed an FIR naming two police personnel and have directed five individuals to report to Alwar police headquarters. The former SHO of Naogaon police station, Ajeet Badsara, is also awaiting posting orders. However, no personnel have been suspended at this point, with police stating that further action will be taken once their investigation is complete.
The tragic incident occurred at around 6 am on March 2 when the police team conducted a search at the Meo family’s home. Razeeda recounted the harrowing experience of watching her newborn baby being ignored by the police as they focused on dragging her husband out of the house. Despite her pleas, the officers proceeded with their actions, resulting in the tragic death of the infant.
Following the raid, the family went to the Naogaon police station to file a complaint, only to be met with denials and coercion. Razeeda’s brother-in-law alleged that the family was forced to sign a misleading statement claiming that the child was already sick prior to the incident. The family’s attempts to seek justice were met with resistance and misinformation by the police.
The community’s anger and frustration have been further fueled by the lack of transparency and accountability in the investigation process. The family and their supporters have been staging a sit-in protest outside their home, demanding the suspension and arrest of the officers involved in the incident. Activists assisting the family have criticized the police’s handling of the case, calling for swift and decisive action to bring the perpetrators to justice.
The tragic death of the infant has not only sparked outrage among the local residents but has also led to a political storm in Rajasthan. Opposition leaders have condemned the government for its alleged mishandling of the situation and have called for a thorough investigation into the incident. The incident has raised serious questions about police conduct and the treatment of innocent individuals during law enforcement operations.
As the investigation into the infant’s death continues, the family and their supporters remain steadfast in their demand for justice and accountability. The community is united in its quest for truth and justice for the innocent life lost during the police raid. The outcome of the investigation and the subsequent actions taken by the authorities will be closely monitored as the community seeks closure and justice for the Meo family.