Advocate Subbarao Files Formal Complaint Against Panjagutta Police Over Alleged Harassment

Incident Occurs During Filing Of Case Against Singer Mangli

An advocate, identified as Subbarao, has approached the Bar Association to file a formal complaint against the Panjagutta police personnel. The lawyer alleged that he was subjected to unprofessional treatment while attempting to discharge his legal duties at the police station.

The issue reportedly began when Subbarao visited the Panjagutta Police Station to lodge a complaint against popular playback singer Mangli. According to the advocate, instead of processing his request, the officials on duty initiated a sobriety check on him.

Lawyer Subjected To Mandatory Breathalyzer Test

Subbarao claimed that the police forced him to undergo a breathalyzer test when he approached them regarding the case against the singer. He expressed significant distress over the incident, stating that the conduct of the officers was uncalled for and humiliating.

The lawyer’s complaint to the Bar Association highlights a breach of professional courtesy and alleges harassment by the station staff. He stated that the police response was a diversionary tactic to avoid registering his original complaint against Mangli.

Bar Association Reviewing Allegations Against Police

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The Bar Association has received the representation from Subbarao and is expected to look into the matter. Such incidents often trigger friction between the legal community and law enforcement agencies regarding the treatment of advocates within police premises.

For further context on police procedures in this station, Panjagutta police conduct drunken test on advocate provides a look at previous enforcement actions.

Police Response And Future Actions

The Panjagutta police have not yet issued a formal statement regarding the specific allegations made by the advocate. Standard procedure in such cases involves an internal inquiry if the Bar Association or senior police officials take cognisance of the written complaint.

The outcome of the Bar Association’s review will determine if further legal or administrative action will be sought against the officers involved in the breathalyzer incident.