KPA trains 207 police officers to plug probe lapses
In a move to enhance the quality of investigations and address shortcomings in police probes, the Karnataka Police Academy (KPA) conducted a two-day workshop titled
In a move to enhance the quality of investigations and address shortcomings in police probes, the Karnataka Police Academy (KPA) conducted a two-day workshop titled ‘Finding of Lapses, Filling the Gaps and Correctional Measures’, bringing together police investigators, legal experts and forensic professionals to strengthen investigation standards. Held recently in Mysuru (on June 29 and 30), the workshop was organised to identify deficiencies in criminal investigations and take corrective measures.
Inaugurating the workshop, M.B. Boralingaiah, Inspector General of Police, Southern Range, sensitised investigating officers on the adoption of best practices in criminal investigations. Addressing the participants, Vishnuvardhan N., Director, Karnataka Police Academy, Mysuru, outlined the objectives of the programme. Deputy Director Chennabasavanna S.L. and Assistant Director S.N. Sandesh Kumar were present.
The workshop featured sessions by a retired judge, former senior prosecution officers, public prosecutors, legal experts, forensic science specialists, academicians and retired police officers. The resource persons highlighted common shortcomings in criminal investigations and corrective measures to improve the quality of investigations. Interactive group discussions, case studies and experience-sharing sessions provided participants with practical insights.
A total of 207 participants, including 57 police officers from various districts and 150 PSI (Civil) probationers undergoing foundational training at the Karnataka Police Academy, attended the workshop.
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