Agartala, Oct 17:
A dramatic incident unfolded at the Bishalgarh Court on Friday when an accused in police custody made a desperate attempt to escape from the court premises, resulting in a lawyer sustaining serious injuries while bravely intervening to stop him.
According to police sources, the accused, identified as Russell Miah, was brought before the Bishalgarh Court in connection with Case No. 82/2025, registered at the Bishalgarh Police Station. As police were escorting him towards the courtroom, Russell allegedly took advantage of a lapse in police vigilance and suddenly bolted towards the exit in an attempt to flee.
In a spontaneous act of courage, advocate Maran Rishi Das, who was present at the court premises, stepped in to block the accused’s escape route. During the ensuing scuffle, Das sustained serious injuries to his leg and hand. He was immediately provided first aid at the court complex and later shifted to a nearby hospital for further medical treatment.
Speaking to reporters, advocate Rishi Das recounted the ordeal: “I have suffered fractures on my leg and minor injuries on my hands. But I am content that I could assist the police in stopping the accused. Had he managed to escape, it would have been a major lapse.”
Police officers quickly re-apprehended the accused and restored order in the court premises. Authorities have since initiated an internal inquiry into the incident to determine whether procedural lapses or negligence by escorting personnel contributed to the escape attempt.
The incident has sparked discussion among legal professionals and law enforcement officials, many of whom have praised advocate Das for his presence of mind and bravery, calling it a rare example of civic responsibility within the courtroom.
