Calcutta High Court Orders Second Autopsy in Alleged Custodial Death Case

The Calcutta High Court has ordered the exhumation and a second post-mortem examination of Abu Halder, who allegedly died due to police brutality while in custody. The court noted that NHRC guidelines were not followed during the first autopsy and has mandated strict adherence for the second examination.

The Calcutta High Court on Friday mandated the exhumation and a second post-mortem examination of Abu Halder's body, after allegations of police brutality surfaced. Halder's father claimed NHRC guidelines were ignored in the initial autopsy.

The court emphasized that the first autopsy, which was conducted on July 9, uncovered injury marks on Halder's body. Halder was arrested in a criminal case and later released on bail.

Petitioner Yasin Halder highlighted that his son died post-release, following alleged torture at Dholahat police station. The court has set stringent measures for the second autopsy, ensuring transparency and adherence to NHRC guidelines, including video documentation and the presence of a magistrate.

(With inputs from agencies.)