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Police launch inquiry into Gade Sai Krishna's alleged custodial death

Police are investigating the suspected custodial death of 25-year-old Gade Sai Krishna, who was taken into custody by Krishnalanka police on May 9. In response to public outrage, Andhra Pradesh Civil Liberties Committee has demanded a CBI probe and the suspension of those involved.

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Jun 19, 2026 · 1 min read
Police launch inquiry into Gade Sai Krishna's alleged custodial death

Key Takeaways

  • Gade Sai Krishna, 25, was detained by Krishnalanka police on May 9, leading to a police inquiry into his alleged custodial death.
  • On June 19, the NTR Police registered a case against Circle Inspector Nagaraju amid growing public concern.
  • The APCLC has called for a CBI probe and charges against the NTR Police Commissioner for alleged misconduct.
  • Chiluka Chandrashekar of the APCLC demands the suspension of implicated personnel to ensure an impartial investigation.
  • The Human Rights Forum is advocating for action under the 1989 Prevention of Atrocities Act in the case of Perupogu Kranthi Kumar's suicide.

Investigation into young man's death in police custody is picking up steam, prompting a deep dive by authorities. Gade Sai Krishna,25,reportedly ran into law enforcement on May 9,leading to his tragic end. On June 19,NTR region police filed cases against former Circle Inspector Nagaraju. Serious business.

Recently,officers,led by a senior official,visited deceased's home to talk to family,including his mother. They then headed to local police station to get explanations from staff about what happened.

With these serious allegations,Andhra Pradesh Civil Liberties Committee is pushing for Central Bureau of Investigation to step in,especially on how Sai Krishna's remains were handled. T. Anjaneyulu from the committee wants accountability for NTR Police Commissioner and others who might be involved.

The committee’s General Secretary also called for immediate suspension of officers suspected of mistreating Sai Krishna . Keep investigation clean .

At same time,Human Rights Forum wants Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act enforced in another case . Perupogu Kranthi Kumar took his own life after alleged police harassment. Forum members Y . Rajesh and G. Rohit met with Kumar’s family to discuss the ordeal . Kumar’s father blames Circle Inspector Nagaraju for pushing his son to that extreme…

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