SIT arrests Krishnalanka inspector SSVV Nagaraju over suspected custodial death
A major update: Krishnalanka Circle Inspector SSVV Nagaraju, who was suspended, has finally been arrested by the Special Investigation Team after hiding out in Vijayawada.
This comes amid serious accusations (illegal detention and torture) that led to the suspected custodial death of 25-year-old Gade Sai Krishna.
Nagaraju is now being questioned under tight security.
High court demands Sai Krishna production
Sai Krishna disappeared on May 9 after reportedly being taken into police custody. His mother pushed for answers, filing a habeas corpus petition when police couldn't find him.
The High Court stepped in, demanding his production by June 29. Andhra Pradesh's Chief Minister ordered Nagaraju's suspension on June 19, and the police registered a murder case, then set up a four-member SIT to dig deeper into what really happened.
Protests broke out during Nagaraju's arrest, so security around the investigation is extra tight right now.