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Experts Confirm Pellet Gun Injuries Among India's 'Cockroach' Protesters

Experts Confirm Pellet Gun Injuries Among India's 'Cockroach' Protesters

31 Temmuz 2026BBC News
  • Ballistic experts have identified injuries on protesters in India that are consistent with pellet gun fire. The injuries are characterized by numerous small round punctures on the skin.
  • This revelation raises concerns about the methods used by law enforcement during protests.
  • Protests in India have often led to confrontations with law enforcement, and the use of pellet guns has been a controversial topic. These weapons are typically employed for crowd control but can cause serious injuries, leading to debates about their appropriateness in managing civil unrest.
  • The identification of pellet gun injuries highlights the ongoing tension between protesters and law enforcement in India. The use of such weapons raises ethical questions regarding the treatment of dissent and the proportionality of force used by authorities.
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