The Irvine Police Department has unveiled a customized Tesla Cybertruck, believed to be the first of its kind in the nation, to support its DARE program and community outreach initiatives. The vehicle, while not a patrol car, is fully equipped for emergencies and community assistance, and its unique design aims to spark positive conversations and engagement.
The body of Akshay Shinde, accused in the Badlapur sexual assault case, was buried under heavy police presence on Sunday evening. Shinde, who was shot dead while being transported for questioning, had faced strong opposition to his burial due to the serious nature of the allegations against him. Protests by various groups, including the MNS and Shiv Sena, added to the tension surrounding the burial.
A Delhi Police constable was tragically killed in a road rage incident in the Nagaloi area. The constable, identified as Sandeep, was hit by a recklessly driven car while on his way to the police station. The incident was captured on CCTV footage, showing the driver speeding up and hitting the constable’s bike, dragging him for several meters before colliding with another car. Police are investigating the incident and searching for the two occupants who fled the scene.
Akshay Shinde, the accused in the Badlapur sexual assault case, was shot dead by a police officer in what police claim was an attempt to escape custody. The incident occurred after Shinde allegedly snatched a policeman’s gun and fired, injuring an assistant police inspector. The accused’s family has disputed the police’s version of events, claiming he was pressured into confessing and could not have fired at the police.
A shooting in downtown Minneapolis left two men dead and three others injured, including two teenage girls. The incident occurred after a fight between groups of people, and one individual has been arrested. Authorities are increasing patrols in the area to ensure public safety.
Hundreds of people in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, clashed with police on Wednesday while protesting against the alleged illegal construction of a mosque in Sanjauli. The protests, organized by Hindu organizations, saw protestors removing barricades and engaging with security forces. The Himachal Pradesh government has assured action if the mosque is deemed illegal, while the Chief Minister urged peaceful protests.
In Andhra Pradesh, a crowd stole seized illicit liquor from police before its destruction, highlighting the challenges authorities face in disposing of such items. Meanwhile, Hyderabad police seized 11.5 kg of whiskey ice cream from a cafe, arresting those involved in this illicit operation.
The parents of the Kolkata rape-murder victim have accused the police of forcing them to deny bribery allegations on camera, claiming they were pressured into making a video denying any financial offers. The family also alleges the police attempted to suppress the case by hastily cremating the victim’s body and prevented them from seeing her until after the autopsy.
A suspect was fatally shot by police near the Israeli consulate and the Nazi history museum in Munich on Thursday. The incident occurred after the suspect, armed with a long gun, exchanged fire with police officers. No other injuries were reported, and the suspect’s identity and motive remain unknown.
A Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) in Tamil Nadu was allegedly assaulted by protesters demanding the arrest of suspects in a murder case. The incident occurred when the DSP attempted to prevent the protesters from blocking a road. In a separate incident in Bihar, a Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) was mistakenly struck by a policeman during a lathi charge against protesters.
