Guwahati, Oct 9: Dipankar Barman, a key accused in the high-profile DB Stock Broking scam, was allegedly assaulted by a fellow inmate inside jail premises four days ago. The incident only came to light today after Barman was taken to Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) for a medical examination.
Sources have identified the attacker as a drug-addicted prisoner who reportedly punched Barman in the face during an altercation. While the exact cause of the confrontation remains unclear, the jail administration has initiated an internal inquiry to investigate the circumstances surrounding the assault.
Hospital authorities at GMCH have confirmed that Barman is currently undergoing medical evaluation for injuries sustained during the incident. There is no official word yet on the severity of his injuries.
Officials familiar with the matter, speaking on condition of anonymity, acknowledged the gravity of the episode and its implications. The incident has once again sparked serious concerns over the safety of inmates, especially those involved in sensitive or high-profile financial crime cases.
As of now, no official statement has been released regarding disciplinary action against the alleged attacker. However, jail authorities are expected to implement stricter security protocols and reinforce internal vigilance to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The DB Stock Broking scam, in which Barman is a key accused, has drawn significant public and media scrutiny in recent months. This latest development is likely to intensify calls for enhanced protection measures for inmates involved in high-stakes financial fraud investigations
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