Three Indian Men Jailed for Violence at UK Kabaddi Match
Three men of Indian origin have been sent to jail in the UK. They were involved in serious fighting at a Kabaddi game in Alvaston in 2023.
Who Was Jailed?
The men sent to prison are:
- Boota Singh, 35
- Damanjit Singh, 35
- Rajvinder Takhar Singh, 42
A court in Derby found them guilty in November 2023. They were sentenced on December 19.
What Happened During the Match?
The violence started on Sunday, August 20, 2023, just before 4 PM. It happened at a Kabaddi tournament near Elvaston Lane.
- Two groups began to fight.
- People reported hearing gunshots.
- Witnesses saw people fighting with weapons.
What the Police Found
Police looked at video recordings of the event:
- The videos showed Boota Singh running after people from the other group. He did not have a weapon at that moment.
- Two days later, police stopped his car and found two large knives (machetes) in the boot.
- Videos also showed Damanjit Singh and Rajvinder Takhar Singh carrying big knives during the fight.
Their Crimes and Jail Time
All three men were arrested and charged with violent disorder. Here is what they were found guilty of and their sentences:
| Name | Crimes | Jail Time |
|---|---|---|
| Boota Singh | Violent disorder, having an illegal weapon. | 4 years |
| Damanjit Singh | Violent disorder, having a sharp knife. | 3 years and 4 months |
| Rajvinder Takhar Singh | Violent disorder, having an illegal weapon. | 3 years and 10 months |
Other People Involved
Two other men also went to trial for their part in the violence, but a jury found them not guilty.
Before this, seven other men were also jailed for their involvement in the same violence, following an earlier court case.
