**Senior Lawyer Suspended for Assaulting Junior Colleague in Kerala**
A senior lawyer in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, has been suspended following allegations of physically assaulting a junior female lawyer in his office. Beyline Das, a member of the Vanchiyoor Bar Association, reportedly attacked the junior advocate during a discussion about an internal matter on Tuesday around noon.
The incident occurred at Beyline’s office located in the Maharani Building, Vanchiyoor. According to the junior lawyer’s complaint, she had previously worked under Beyline for several years before being dismissed due to an internal issue, after which she was reinstated. During their conversation, Beyline allegedly became aggressive, shouting at her before physically assaulting her. The junior lawyer claimed that he continued to strike her even after she fell, while bystanders did not intervene. She described his behavior as “uncontrollable and unpredictable” when angry.
As a result of the assault, the junior lawyer sustained injuries to her face and neck and is currently receiving treatment for severe internal injuries. In response to her complaint, the Vanchiyoor Police have filed a case against Beyline under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, including Section 126(2) for wrongful restraint, Section 74 for assault with intent to outrage modesty, and Section 115(2) for voluntarily causing hurt.
The Vanchiyoor Bar Association has mandated Beyline to submit a detailed report to the Bar Council regarding the incident. Association officials have condemned the assault, expressed their solidarity with the junior lawyer, and assured her of their full support during this challenging time.
**FAQ**
*What actions have been taken against the lawyer involved in the assault?*
The lawyer, Beyline Das, has been suspended by the Vanchiyoor Bar Association, and a police case has been registered against him for the alleged assault.
