Stampede: Cops appear before Bengaluru magistrate
Bengaluru: The Bengaluru Urban district magistrate and deputy commissioner Friday recorded the statements of a few police officers, including two deputy commissioners of police (DCPs), Lokesh B Jagalasar (south division) and Saidulu Adavath (north) in connection with the June 4 stampede, which left 11 cricket fans dead.
DCP (South-east) Sarah Fathima, who was busy with arrangements following the demise of retired IGP MV Murthy at HSR Layout, will appear before the DC, Jagadeesha G, Monday.
According to sources, notices were served to 44 officers, including those suspended, who were on special security duty at M Chinnaswamy Stadium on June 4, following RCB's IPL title victory.
The police officers told the magistrate that the stampede took place as the stadium's gates were suddenly opened and the turnout of fans was beyond expectations.
The statements of a few other officers will be recorded Monday. The report is likely to be submitted in a week.
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