by In a distressing incident that has shocked the community, an elderly man in Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, was reportedly subjected to brutal torture by his own son and daughter-in-law. The victim, who is said to be mentally challenged, endured third-degree torture at the hands of his own family members.
**Neighbors Capture Horrific Abuse**
The appalling abuse came to light when concerned neighbors secretly recorded videos and took pictures of the violence inflicted on the elderly man. The images show the victim being beaten with sticks and chained inside a room by his son and daughter-in-law.
**Accused Son’s Troubling Past**
The accused son, identified as Hemant Mittal, was recently suspended from his job as a Patwari in the Revenue Department for alleged mishandling of flood relief funds. This incident took place in Jai Shri Colony of Sheopur, where Mittal and his wife were known to regularly abuse the elderly man.
**Police Investigation Underway**
Upon receiving the evidence of the abuse, the local police swiftly launched an investigation into the matter. The accused’s son is currently missing, and authorities are working to locate him for questioning. Yogendra Singh Jadaun, the officer in charge of Kotwali police station, has assured that appropriate actions will be taken once the investigation is completed.
**Community Outrage**
The community in Sheopur district is outraged by the cruelty inflicted upon the defenseless elderly man. Many are calling for justice to be served and for stricter measures to be put in place to protect vulnerable individuals from such heinous acts of violence.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of safeguarding the rights and well-being of the elderly in society. It is imperative that cases of abuse and neglect are reported promptly, and perpetrators are held accountable for their actions.
