6 days ago
Scripture burning case: CID commences investigation
Belagavi: In connection with the burning of scripture and theft from an under-construction mosque in Santibastwad village three weeks ago, CID officials started an investigation.
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A couple of days ago, the state govt handed over the case to the CID. Meanwhile, Muslim community members staged a protest at the premises of the DC office, demanding the immediate arrest of the accused.
A team of CID officers, who are tracking the case of burning the holy book from a mosque under construction in Santibastwad village, started an investigation on Monday to find the accused. An investigation commenced in Santibastwad village under the leadership of DIC DySP Suleman Tahsildar.
As the case was transferred, a team of CID officers who went to the field collected information from the Belagavi rural police station for the investigation report. A team of CID officers visited the mosque where the scripture was stolen and the scene of burning in Santibastwad village on Monday. Belagavi police are supporting the team. It is learnt that the investigation will continue on Tuesday as well.
Protest: Various Muslim organisations protested at DC's office premises, demanding the immediate arrest of the culprits responsible for burning the scripture. The police department should not give in to political pressure. Action should be taken according to law. No attempt should be made to protect any person, the protesters said. Youths raised slogans.
