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FIR Against IPL Cricketer Shashank Singh And Retired IPS Father For Assaulting Cook, They Snatched Phone, Beat Him Severely

Retire IPS Shailesh Singh with son Shashank Singh
Bhopal: An FIR has been registered against IPL cricketer Shashank Singh, his father and retired IPS officer Shailesh Singh, and their driver following allegations of assault made by their domestic cook in Bhopal.

Shashank Singh, who plays for the Punjab Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL), and his father have been accused of physically assaulting their cook and verbally abusing him at their residence in the city's Ratibad area. Based on the complaint, police have registered a case and launched an investigation.

What Is the Allegation?

According to the complaint filed at Ratibad Police Station, the complainant, Vipendra Singh, a resident of Rewa, alleged that he was lured to Bhopal with the promise of employment as a cook at the Singh family's residence.

He claimed he was offered a monthly salary of Rs.15,000 along with accommodation. He was also allegedly told that he would only have to cook for two people and that the workload would be minimal.

Vipendra further alleged that he was promised a government job within three months, prompting him to travel to Bhopal carrying all his important documents.

Claims of Assault and Forced Labour

The complainant alleged that after arriving in Bhopal, his mobile phone was taken away and he was forced to work against his will.

According to the complaint, he locked himself inside a room out of fear. However, he alleged that retired IPS officer Shailesh Singh, cricketer Shashank Singh, and their driver later assaulted him and used abusive language.

The complainant also claimed he suffered injuries to his face and body during the alleged incident.

Police Register FIR

Based on the complaint, Bhopal Police have registered an FIR against Shailesh Singh, Shashank Singh, and their driver under Sections 296(b), 115(2), and 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).

Police officials said the investigation is underway and that further action will be taken based on the findings of the probe.
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