A sub-inspector and four constables posted at Sohra Police Station in Meghalaya’s East Khasi Hills district were suspended for allegedly assaulting a detainee and forcing him to drink water from a toilet earlier this month, a senior officer said on Thursday. They were suspended after a preliminary inquiry into a complaint filed on July 7 by the mother of the detainee who was injured during the alleged assault by the police personnel. He had been referred from the Sohra CHC to the Civil Hospital here, the officer said. “Departmental proceedings have also been initiated against them. Additionally, a criminal case has been registered against the concerned personnel under Sohra P.S Case No. 10/2025 U/S 120(1)/3(5) BNS, and the investigation is being conducted by an Inspector-level officer from a different Police Station to ensure impartiality,”said a statement issued by East Khasi Hills SP Vivek Syiem.
Menu Meghalaya Monitor Search for Home/Headlines HeadlinesState Sub-Inspector, 4 constables placed under suspension for police excess in Sohra Photo of Reporter Reporter Send an email6 hours ago 113 2 minutes read Facebook X LinkedIn Pinterest Reddit Skype Messenger WhatsApp Telegram Viber Share via Email Print A sub-inspector and four UB constables of Sohra Police Station have been placed under suspension with immediate effect following the assault of Getwin Jyrwa at the police station. “Departmental proceedings have also been initiated against them. Additionally, a criminal case has been registered against the concerned personnel under Sohra P.S Case No. 10/2025 U/S 120(1)/3(5) BNS, and the investigation is being conducted by an Inspector-level officer from a different Police Station to ensure impartiality, said a statement issued by East Khasi Hills SP Vivek Syiwm.
Advertisement “The Meghalaya Police reiterates its commitment to uphold the rule of law and ensure accountability within its ranks. Strict action will be taken against any personnel found guilty of misconduct or abuse of authority.”, the SP said. Giving the background of the case, police said that on July 1, a written FIR was lodged at Sohra Police Station by the Rangbah Shnong of Mawkisyiem, Sohra, reporting a serious incident involving Getwin Jyrwa of Mawkisyiem. As per the complaint, on 28-06-2025, Getwin Jyrwa assaulted an individual at Mawap, Mawkisyiem, using abusive and vulgar language, and issued threats to the victim and his clan.