Protest over Joel Malu's alleged custodial death turns violent in Bengaluru; see pics

Over two dozen African nationals staged a protest outside the JC Nagar police station against the alleged custodial death of a Congo national, who was arrested for drug peddling. Credit: DH Photo/BK Janardhan

African nationals are seen with posters of Joel Malu, who allegedly died in police custody after suffering a cardiac arrest. Credit: PTI Photo

The demonstrators refuted the police claim that Malu had died of cardiac arrest and accused them of falsely detaining him. Credit: DH Photo/BK Janardhan

Demonstrators also had a heated argument with the police, which led to the assault of an officer. Credit: DH Photo/BK Janardhan

A protestor is seen interacting with the police officers in Bengaluru. Credit: PTI Photo

Police resorted to lathi charge to take control of the situation and disperse the gathered demonstrators. Credit: PTI Photo

Police used batons to push back the protesters. Credit: PTI Photo