The Crime Branch has started an inquiry into the death of Siyad, a bus driver from Kollam, after allegations emerged that he died following police questioning. The case has drawn attention because of claims that the death may be linked to custodial assault.
Alongside the Crime Branch probe, the Kerala State Human Rights Commission (KSHRC) has stepped in. The commission has directed the Kollam Rural Superintendent of Police to submit a report within seven days on the allegations surrounding the incident.
The focus of the investigation is expected to be on the events leading up to Siyad’s death, including the nature of the police interaction and the claims made by those raising concerns about custodial violence. Officials will likely examine whether proper procedures were followed during questioning.
The case has added to wider concerns about alleged custodial abuse and accountability in police actions. With both the Crime Branch and the KSHRC now involved, the Kollam bus driver Siyad death case is set to remain under close scrutiny in the coming days.
