SC: Won't stay probe against CBI officers in West Bengal custody death case

SC: Won't stay probe against CBI officers in West Bengal custody death case

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The Supreme Court refuses to quash the probe against CBI officers involved in the custodial death of Lalan Sheikh, the prime accused in the Bogtui violence case in West Bengal. The court considers appointing two more officers in the special investigation team (SIT) and suggests inducting IPS officers from other states to ensure a fair probe. The CBI officers were booked by the state CID based on a complaint by Sheikh's wife. The violence in Bogtui occurred after the death of Trinamool Congress leader Bhadu Sheikh.

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