SIT searches site at Boliyar
It was speculated that the team might examine Site No. 13 during the operation. The site was reportedly not among those identified by the SIT last week based on the complainant witness's statement.
The search began in the afternoon, with senior police officials, including SP Jitendra Dayama, Puttur assistant commissioner Stella Varghese, and the complainant witness, present at the spot. Scene of crime officers (SoCO) were also on site, while labourers were seen entering the area carrying pickaxes, shovels, and a bag of salt.
According to SIT sources, the complainant witness had stated in his complaint that the body of a school-going girl, aged around 10–15 years, wearing a uniform and carrying a school bag, was disposed of at this location.
The team inspected the spot but found nothing on Friday. The search is expected to continue at the same site on Saturday. Earthmover was used as part of the search. Meanwhile, following the recent clash at Pangala, the complainant witness sought police protection.
by Taboola
by Taboola
Sponsored Links
Sponsored Links
Promoted Links
Promoted Links
You May Like
These Hotels Redefine Luxury – Wait Until You See What's Inside
thelifehackmag.com
Explore
Undo
The Dakshina Kannada district police have since provided him with an escort and an armed guard.
The team returned by 6 pm, and the complainant witness was escorted back to the SIT office, it is learnt. Sources said no skeletal remains were found during the operation, while SIT officials remained tight-lipped about the proceedings.
According to sources, two more witnesses reportedly stated that they recognised the complainant witness.
They claimed that they observed him secretly transporting bodies to various locations and burying them at different places. They requested the SIT to include them in the search process in the locations shown by the complainant witness. Additionally, they requested an opportunity to show other locations independently.
SIT given police station status
The govt has designated the SIT as a police station. In an order dated Aug 6, it said an officer of the rank of police inspector or above appointed to the SIT has been declared as the station house officer (SHO) under Section 2(1)(r) of the BNSS, 2023, thereby granting them full authority to act as an SHO for investigation purposes. The govt has also delegated powers to the SIT to conduct investigations and submit final reports to the court in accordance with the provisions of the BNSS, 2023.
With this, the SIT team no longer needs to go through the jurisdictional police station for case registration and other procedures.
Stay updated with the latest local news from your
city
on
Times of India
(TOI). Check upcoming
bank holidays
,
public holidays
, and current
gold rates
and
silver prices
in your area.
Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with
Raksha Bandhan wishes
,
messages
and
quotes
!
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Indian Express
17 minutes ago
- Indian Express
Chandigarh Court pulls up IO for incomplete investigation into POCSO case, rejects report
A Special Fast Track Court in Chandigarh has pulled up a Chandigarh Police Investigating Officer (IO) in a Prevention of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) case for filing an 'incomplete investigation report', stating 'the IO in order to wriggle out of his onerous duty has merely recorded the statement of the victim, got her medical examination conducted… and submitted the report by mentioning that accused could not be traced'. Additional District and Sessions Judge Dr Yashika rejected the IO's report in the case and directed the IO to file a complete report under Section 193 of the BNSS after completing all codal formalities. Initially, a missing FIR was registered based on the father's complaint in June that his 15-year-old daughter had been missing. The father later told the police that his daughter returned home in less than a week, following which her medical examination was conducted, her statement was recorded, and she was counselled. On June 15, section 6 of the POCSO Act was added to the FIR. Further, the police on June 25 conducted a raid at the house of the accused, but he could not be apprehended. Meanwhile, as the IO came up with the investigation report before the court, Dr Yashika noted: 'The police submitted a report purported to be under Section 193 of the BNSS, but strangely enough without joining the accused in the investigation or making any endeavour to trace the accused by issuing bailable of non-bailable warrants or proclamation proceedings from the competent court of law.' As per the reply submitted by the IO, the report has been forwarded by the Public Prosecutor and then further sent to the office of the Director, Prosecution, and after his final approval, it is being submitted to the court. On this, the court said, 'The IO as well as higher authorities clearly seemed to have erred in reading and understanding the true spirit of Section 193 of the BNSS, which emphasises early completion of investigation in heinous offences, as the present one. It was never the spirit of the section that, without making any investigation into the offence, an incomplete report should be furnished before the court. On the basis of which the court can practically take no action.' 'The IO in order to wriggle out of his onerous duty, has merely recorded the statement of the victim, got her medical examination conducted, recorded statement of witness and statement of the victim, and submitted the report by mentioning that the accused could not be traced,' the court said. The court said, 'This in no manner can be termed as a report under Section 193 of the BNSS, which sans any investigation vis-a-vis the named accused. The purported report under Section 193 of the BNSS is rejected being incomplete. The IO is directed to file a complete report under Section 193 of the BNSS after completing all codal formalities.'
Time of India
an hour ago
- Time of India
Christchurch Police shooting leaves woman dead, man critically injured after knife incident
Police say a woman fatally shot in a Christchurch police shooting advanced on officers with a hunting knife and ignored warnings to drop the weapon. The incident occurred late Wednesday night, August 13, at a home on Clyde Road in Bryndwr. Superintendent Tony Hill said police were called shortly after 11 p.m. following a report from someone who knew the couple but was not at the scene. The caller said a man armed with a knife was threatening to harm himself and his partner. Finance Value and Valuation Masterclass - Batch 4 By CA Himanshu Jain View Program Artificial Intelligence AI For Business Professionals Batch 2 By Ansh Mehra View Program Finance Value and Valuation Masterclass - Batch 3 By CA Himanshu Jain View Program Artificial Intelligence AI For Business Professionals By Vaibhav Sisinity View Program Finance Value and Valuation Masterclass - Batch 2 By CA Himanshu Jain View Program Finance Value and Valuation Masterclass Batch-1 By CA Himanshu Jain View Program Also read: New Zealand trust, Green MPs at loggerheads over police funding, crime control by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Undo According to police, the woman ran from the house, followed by the man carrying a hunting knife. Officers believed she was in imminent danger and one officer shot the man once, critically injuring him. Hill said when an officer approached to provide first aid, the woman picked up the knife and advanced on police, ignoring repeated instructions to drop it. 'A second shot was fired at the woman. Officers immediately provided medical assistance, however unfortunately she has died at the scene,' Hill said. Live Events The same officer fired both shots from a police-issued long-barrel firearm. Investigation under way into fatal Police shooting The injured man was taken to a hospital in critical condition but was later listed in stable condition. Police said the man and woman were the only people at the address at the time. Hill described the situation as 'highly dynamic' and reiterated that police do not have a 'shoot to kill' policy. 'Our staff use firearms in the protection of themselves and others,' Hill said. Local resident Nathan Light said he knew the couple and had concerns about the man's mental state in recent days. Another neighbor described the pair's relationship as volatile, noting police were frequent visitors to the home. Scene guards remain outside the Clyde Road property, with road closures and a visible police presence continuing as the investigation proceeds. A drone was deployed Thursday morning, August 14, and multiple police vehicles were at the scene. Hill confirmed next of kin have been notified. The incident is under investigation as a critical incident and has been referred to the Independent Police Conduct Authority. Also read: Top 10 safest countries of the world in 2025 According to The Homicide Report, 36 people have been shot dead by police in New Zealand since 2004.
Time of India
an hour ago
- Time of India
Sha'Carri Richardson caught on video unleashing heated tirade at boyfriend during domestic violence arrest incident: ‘You're a coward'
Sha'Carri Richardson. Image via: Ashley Landis/ AP Newly released police bodycam footage has shed light on the July 27 arrest of Olympic gold medal sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson. The footage showed a tense verbal exchange with boyfriend and fellow U.S. track star Christian Coleman during an alleged domestic violence incident at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The reigning 100m world champion, 25, was booked on a fourth-degree domestic violence charge after authorities reviewed surveillance footage that appeared to show her shoving Coleman into a column and throwing an object at him. Arrest video shows Sha'Carri Richardson verbally attacking boyfriend amid tense domestic violence confrontation with police present In the video, Sha'Carri Richardson appears to react sharply when officers inform her they are investigating a possible assault. 'Oh Christian, I assaulted you? I assaulted you?' she says, before accusing Coleman of assaulting her. She later claims, 'I'm in a domestic violent relationship… I can show you proof!' While speaking on the phone during the encounter, Richardson declares, 'So this is the position that Christian Coleman puts me into. Because he's a coward and I don't want anything to do with him from this point going forward.' She also tells him directly, 'You're a coward!' Richardson denies striking Coleman, explaining to police that she only retrieved headphones that belonged to her. 'I haven't hit him with anything, not at all,' she insists. Yet, security footage reviewed by officers reportedly shows her blocking his path, shoving him into a wall, and tossing an item toward his head. When told she is under arrest, Richardson appears stunned: 'I'm under arrest right now? What for? Christian, are you serious right now? I didn't assault him, I didn't do anything wrong.' She is later seen asking officers, 'Who's going to bail me out?' before being taken into custody for more than 18 hours. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Learn 57+ Languages Easily with AI [Join] Talkpal AI Sign Up Undo Sha'Carri Richardson issued an apology to Christian Coleman Days after the footage surfaced, Richardson publicly apologized to Coleman on Instagram. 'I apologize to Christian. He came into my life & gave me more than a relationship but a greater understanding of unconditional love from what I've experienced in my past,' she wrote. Admitting past trauma had made her 'blind & blocked off' to giving and receiving love, she added, 'My apologize should be just as loud as my actions — honestly louder. ' Coleman, the 2019 100m world champion, has declined to press charges. Speaking to reporters, he called the situation 'sucky' but defended Richardson: 'I don't feel like she should have been arrested… She's a human being and a great person. We've been really good teammates all year.' He praised her prowess and talent, describing her as 'the best female athlete in the world' and expressing confidence she would 'bounce back.' Also Read: Martina Navratilova joins reaction to viral claim on Baltimore Ravens and Elon Musk's Tesla proposal Richardson, who also won gold in the 4x100m relay at the Paris Olympics, says she is using this time for 'self-reflection' and 'help that will reflect who I truly am in my heart and in my spirit.' She is scheduled to defend her titles at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo starting September 13. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
