Family alleges abuse after man dies two days into rehab stay
Summary
A 33-year-old man died two days after entering a drug rehabilitation centre in Jhapa, prompting his family to file a police complaint alleging physical abuse and negligence. Police are investigating after CCTV footage surfaced showing him tied up and apparently assaulted inside the centre.
Key Points
- The family of Nar Bahadur Basnet has accused Shanti Samuha Nepal Rehabilitation Centre of physical abuse and negligence after he died two days after admission.
- CCTV footage reportedly shows Basnet being restrained and assaulted inside the centre, while the family says he had visible injuries on his body.
- The centre’s operator, Bikram Chhetri, admitted Basnet was beaten to frighten him, but the cause of death has not been established.
- Police in Birtamode have received the complaint and are continuing their investigation.
