The video purportedly shows him describing physical assault by policemen and verbal abuse directed at his parents. He is seen pointing to injuries on his elbow and knee. The police say he was involved in an accident and was drunk. Senior officer says his allegations will be investigated.
Deputy Leader of Opposition in the Assembly Arvind Bellad has said the student was forced to take the extreme step following police harassment
The personnel are attached to Vidyagiri Police Station in Dharwad
The DCRE Inspector, identified as Srinivas, has levelled serious allegations about misuse of power by IPS officers while SP Kashinath has written to the DGP highlighting his concerns