8 in custody for murder of CJP activist’s father, Bengal police now say he got minor injury
Eight individuals have been apprehended in connection with the death of CJP activist Sheikh Abdul Hafiz's father, Sheikh Mohammed Mafik, in Bankura district, West Bengal. The police have categorically denied claims that Mafik died as a result of a "brutal physical assault", stating that he only sustained a minor injury requiring a single stitch.
On August 15, Mafik sought medical attention due to severe fluctuations in his blood pressure and was admitted to Burdwan Medical College. No life-threatening injuries were found by the treating doctors. The police have launched an investigation leading to the arrest of the eight suspects, who have been placed under police custody for eight days.
Two suspects are still at large, and a police house guard has been posted at Hafiz's residence. The incident occurred on August 13 when a group of unidentified assailants allegedly confronted Mafik at his home, possibly related to his visit to a primary school the previous day to inquire about its facilities. The CJP has demanded the arrest of all those involved and threatened demonstrations if their demands are not met.
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