Sat Jun 28 14:23:46 UTC 2025: **Summary:**
The Superintendent of Police (SP) in Anantapur, P. Jagadeesh, has launched an inquiry into claims that a young man named Vamsi was beaten by the Peddapappur police. The investigation was prompted by a viral video in which Vamsi alleges he was assaulted during questioning related to the disappearance of a minor girl. Police sources say a friend of Vamsi allegedly eloped with the girl. The SP has appointed Tadipatri ASP Rohit Kumar to lead the investigation and submit a report, upon which further action will be taken.
**News Article:**
**Anantapur Police Investigating Alleged Assault of Youth**
*Anantapur, June 28, 2025* – The Superintendent of Police (SP) in Anantapur has ordered an investigation into allegations that a young man was thrashed by police officers in Peddapappur. The inquiry was initiated after a video circulated widely on social media showing Vamsi claiming he was assaulted by the Peddapappur police during questioning.
Vamsi claims the alleged assault occurred during an investigation into the disappearance of a minor girl from the Peddapappur village. Police sources state a friend of Vamsi is suspected of having taken the girl away under the guise of a romantic relationship. Vamsi and others were brought in for questioning in connection with the case.
SP P. Jagadeesh has appointed Tadipatri ASP Rohit Kumar as the investigation officer and tasked him with submitting a comprehensive report on the allegations. “We will take appropriate action based on the findings of the investigation,” stated SP Jagadeesh. The investigation is ongoing.
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