By Lovisha Aggarwal | October 3, 2015
A case being pursued by Vertical Legal pro bono, regarding a father who lost his 17 years old son facing stiff opposition from the police officials and even his own village brethren.The matter has been covered in detail by the Caravan Magazine.
A 17 year old Bihari migrant laborer was killed in a road accident and Punjab Police, under influence of the accused, refused to register the FIR and termed it as natural death. There were severe allegations of selective evidencing and improper investigation by the police. The atrocities continued for 2 long years.
However, deceased’s father was helped by Vertical Legal and due to the efforts of Vertical Legal, first step towards delivery of Justice has finally been taken
Read the complete report here
