Only senior officers should investigate sexual assault, murder cases: Ponn Manickavel
Former IGP A.G. Ponn Manickavel has called for senior women police officers to lead investigations into sensitive cases such as sexual assault and murder. He emphasized that only officers above the rank of Superintendent of Police should handle these cases to ensure timely charge sheets and trials. Additionally, he advocated for the establishment of DNA testing laboratories in every district to expedite forensic examinations.
- ▪Ponn Manickavel urged the Tamil Nadu government to mandate that sensitive cases be investigated only by senior officers.
- ▪He highlighted that delays in investigations occur when senior officers do not take direct responsibility.
- ▪Manickavel suggested that having officers of the rank of Inspector General or above supervise investigations would speed up processes.
- ▪He also mentioned the need for DNA testing laboratories in every district to enhance forensic examination efficiency.
- ▪He advised against hasty criticism of the newly formed TVK government, suggesting a one-year grace period for governance assessment.
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Former IGP A.G. Ponn Manickavel on Wednesday (May 27) said a senior woman police officer should lead the investigation into the sexual assault and murder case of the 10-year-old girl near Sulur in Coimbatore.Addressing media persons in Coimbatore, he urged the Tamil Nadu government to issue an order mandating that sensitive cases such as sexual assault, murder and double murder be investigated only by officers above the rank of Superintendent of Police. He said such officers should ensure that charge sheets are filed quickly and trials are completed without delay.Mr. Ponn Manickavel alleged that delays occur when senior officers do not directly take responsibility for investigations.
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