A peculiar situation has emerged from Korba, showcasing a significant lapse in the justice system. An arrest warrant was issued for an individual who had been deceased for over a year and a half. The incident reveals shortcomings in the protocols of law enforcement and the judiciary.
The central figure in this matter is Dilip Dubey, a resident of MP Nagar, Korba. He passed away on January 31, 2024. However, the Court of the Chief Judicial Magistrate issued an arrest warrant for him on September 19, 2024. The warrant demanded his arrest due to his absence as a witness in a case before the court.
Family members of Dubey stated that the police never sent a formal summons and went directly to their residence with the arrest warrant. The case stems from a situation where their son was assaulted by a young man, prompting a report at the Rampur police station. In that instance, the police designated Dilip Dubey and his wife as witnesses. The family is currently involved in legal proceedings to have the warrant rescinded. The incident brings into question the effectiveness of police and judicial operations. There has been no official comment on the matter to date.