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Crime
Jaipur: 19-year-old dies after police questioning, mother accuses assault and extortion
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 05 Oct 2026, 10:00 PM
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A 19‑year‑old from Jaipur died following a 15‑day hospital stay after police interrogation; his mother claims he was beaten and extorted for up to ₹10 lakh.
A 19‑year‑old resident of Jaipur, identified as Rituraj, was admitted to a hospital after being questioned at the Muhana police station. He remained under medical care for fifteen days before succumbing to his injuries.
The police have stated that the young man's health was already compromised prior to the interrogation, suggesting that his death was not a direct result of police action.
Contrary to the official line, Rituraj's mother alleges that her son was subjected to physical assault during the questioning and that the officers demanded a sum ranging between eight to ten lakh rupees.
The case has prompted calls for a thorough investigation, with local authorities indicating that a post‑mortem report will be examined to determine the exact cause of death.
The incident has sparked public concern over alleged police misconduct in Rajasthan, with civil society groups urging stricter oversight of law‑enforcement practices.
The police have stated that the young man's health was already compromised prior to the interrogation, suggesting that his death was not a direct result of police action.
Contrary to the official line, Rituraj's mother alleges that her son was subjected to physical assault during the questioning and that the officers demanded a sum ranging between eight to ten lakh rupees.
The case has prompted calls for a thorough investigation, with local authorities indicating that a post‑mortem report will be examined to determine the exact cause of death.
The incident has sparked public concern over alleged police misconduct in Rajasthan, with civil society groups urging stricter oversight of law‑enforcement practices.