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Viswanathan, who initially transferred the SI from his post and placed him under waiting list, has now suspended him. Further action will be taken based on the outcome of the investigation, sources said.
Meanwhile, the commissioner has issued a warning to police officials, that strict action would be taken against them if they are found behaving with the public in a rude way.
"Be friendly with the motorists. If someone violates traffic rules, treat them as per law. Never use harsh wards and don't attack them" was the message from the top cop to his subordinates.
Soon after the 21-year old cab driver Manikandan set himself ablaze and was rushed to the government Kilpauk hospital, the commissioner visited him in the hospital and later told reporters that appropriate action would be taken in the matter and a preliminary inquiry has been done.
Manikandan took the extreme step in full public view on Old Mahabalipuram Road after a verbal duel with traffic policemen over spot fine for allegedly not fastening his seat belt.
He also recorded a video alleging that police treated him badly and beat him up. His condition is said to be serious and a team of doctors has been formed to treat him.
Meanwhile, the commissioner has issued a warning to police officials, that strict action would be taken against them if they are found behaving with the public in a rude way.
"Be friendly with the motorists. If someone violates traffic rules, treat them as per law. Never use harsh wards and don't attack them" was the message from the top cop to his subordinates.
Soon after the 21-year old cab driver Manikandan set himself ablaze and was rushed to the government Kilpauk hospital, the commissioner visited him in the hospital and later told reporters that appropriate action would be taken in the matter and a preliminary inquiry has been done.
Manikandan took the extreme step in full public view on Old Mahabalipuram Road after a verbal duel with traffic policemen over spot fine for allegedly not fastening his seat belt.
He also recorded a video alleging that police treated him badly and beat him up. His condition is said to be serious and a team of doctors has been formed to treat him.
