Prisoner dies of injuries sustained in assault
A 27-year-old remand prisoner with mental health issues has died following an assault by a fellow inmate at the Institute of Mental Health. Authorities have confirmed an investigation is underway and have urged the public to avoid speculation.
Why it matters
The incident raises questions about the safety and care standards for vulnerable individuals held within judicial and medical custody.
A 27-year-old remand prisoner, who was admitted to the Institute of Mental Health (IMH) under court orders, succumbed to injuries that he had allegedly sustained in an assault by a fellow inmate.
According to the police, the deceased, Jahir, had speech impairment and was also suffering from mental illness. He was admitted to IMH for treatment following orders of the Pollachi court in connection with a case registered by Aliyar police station under Sections 103, 238 (a) of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023. On July 20, Aravindasamy, another remand prisoner who was also under treatment, allegedly assaulted him. Jahir sustained injuries on his head and face and was admitted to Government Stanley Medical College Hospital (SMCH) for treatment. However, he succumbed to injuries on July 23.
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