A disturbing video showing the violent assault on Ti-Kavi, a 26-year-old inmate at the Beau-Bassin central prison, has sparked widespread concern and triggered an investigation by the authorities. The 56-second footage, which has been circulating on social media since Friday, depicts Ti-Kavi being brutally attacked by several fellow inmates. In the video, Ti-Kavi is seen pleading with his assailants, saying "Mo pa'nn fer nanye mwa pa" (I didn't do anything to you) and "Mo pa'nn avoy personn mwa" (I didn't send anyone).
According to sources, the assault may be linked to a settling of scores and was allegedly planned by a gang within the prison. The gang members are reportedly angry with Ti-Kavi, whose real name is Maneesh Sujore, for having informed the police about drug traffickers in the past. The CCID, which has taken over the case, is working to establish the exact timing of the assault and identify the individuals involved. An iPhone used to film the incident was recovered from the prison's toilets during a search and has been handed over to investigators.
The investigation will focus on determining how the video was recorded, how it was smuggled out of the prison, and how a mobile phone, which is prohibited in the prison, ended up in the hands of an inmate. The phone's contents will be examined by the CCID's Information Technology unit to track down the origin of the video and identify any potential accomplices. This incident has raised concerns about the presence of mobile phones in prisons, which can facilitate communication with the outside world and enable the filming of incidents within the prison.
Ti-Kavi was arrested on August 21, 2026, during an operation by the Anti-Drug and Smuggling Unit (Adsu) at a bungalow in Grand-Gaube. He was found in possession of 1.48 grams of methamphetamine, 2.6 grams of cocaine, and Rs 11,700. A gold chain with a medallion was also seized from him. He was provisionally charged with drug dealing and possession of cocaine for distribution and is also being investigated for suspected money laundering. His co-accused, Muzaffar "Muzz" Lallmamode, was also arrested during the operation.
The Adsu operation involved a team of officers from the Reserve Team and the Abercrombie team, with support from the Special Response Group of the SSU. The operation was based on intelligence gathered by the Intelligence Cell of the anti-drug brigade regarding Muzz Lallmamode, who was wanted by the Financial Crimes Commission. During the search, several people were found present in the bungalow, and four vehicles were placed under seal as part of the financial investigation.
This incident is not the first of its kind at the Beau-Bassin prison. About three months ago, a video showing several inmates, including Jean Rudolph Jean Jacques and Pravesh Canoo, had gone viral on social media. The video appeared to show the inmates handling suspicious products in the Association Yard 4. The presence of mobile phones in prisons has become a recurring concern, enabling inmates to communicate with the outside world and film incidents within the prison.
The CCID investigation is ongoing, and police are working to identify and apprehend those responsible for the assault on Ti-Kavi. The incident has highlighted the need for greater vigilance and stricter controls within the prison system to prevent such incidents from occurring. The authorities have promised a thorough investigation and action against those responsible.
Key points
- - The violent assault on Ti-Kavi was allegedly planned by a gang within the prison. - The incident has raised concerns about the presence of mobile phones in prisons. - The CCID investigation is ongoing to identify those responsible for the assault.
