Convicted thief escapes police custody in Coimbatore second time

A convicted thief identified as Raghavan escaped from police custody in Coimbatore on Tuesday, just before he was scheduled to be lodged in Coimbatore Central Prison. The escape has triggered an investigation into the circumstances that allowed the detainee to slip away from law enforcement personnel.

This marks the second time Raghavan has managed to escape while in police custody, raising serious concerns about security lapses during prisoner transfers and detention procedures. The repeat incident has prompted authorities to review their custodial protocols.

Following the escape, the Coimbatore Police Department has suspended four personnel in connection with the breach. The suspensions underscore the gravity of the security lapse and reflect departmental accountability measures initiated by police leadership.

Further investigations are underway to locate Raghavan and determine the exact circumstances that led to the escape. The incident has renewed focus on the need for enhanced security measures and stricter supervision procedures during the transportation and custody of convicted criminals.