THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan issued a stern warning to the police in the wake of the custodial torture scandal now tarnishing the government's image. The chief minister warned of dismissing police officials showing a criminal attitude. The Chief Minister, while talking in the meeting of top police officials, said that he would seriously consider punitive actions against officials engaging in third-degree torture on the accused. Strict action will also be taken against those involved in benami dealings and nexus with criminals.

CM Pinarayi Vijayan:

“The officials should not protect the criminals, nor should they try to evade taking responsibility. Custody torture will not be allowed anymore. The investigation should be conducted in a modern and scientific manner. Fo

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