KOCHI: The investigating official in the actress attack case has been transferred. He was transferred at a time when trial in the case was about to begin. Perumbavoor circle inspector Baiju Paulose was transferred to Pantheerankavu in Kozhikode. The ADGP has conveyed his displeasure to the state police chief on transferring him at a crucial phase in the case.

Some from the district police leadership had requested to shift him to Ernakulam rural crime branch for a better coordination in the case.

It is also heard that special prosecutor has raised concern on it. The response from official side is that the transfer will not affect the probe in any way. In the wake of the charge sheet filed, the trial will move properly.