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Bail Cancelled: 12 Accused in BSP Leader's Murder Must Surrender
27 Feb
Summary
- Madras High Court revoked bail for 12 individuals in the K Armstrong murder case.
- The accused are ordered to surrender to the magistrate court by March 6.
- The court's decision followed appeals from the victim's wife and the police.
The Madras High Court has cancelled the bail for twelve individuals accused in the murder of Bahujan Samaj Party state president K Armstrong. These twelve individuals are now required to surrender before a judicial magistrate court by March 6.
Justice K Rajasekar issued this order in response to a plea filed by K Armstrong's wife, Porkodi, who sought the cancellation of bail for 14 accused. The police also filed a separate petition for bail cancellation.
Porkodi contended that bail was granted based on the investigation's transfer to the CBI, which has since been stayed by the Supreme Court. The police argued that the accused's release could impede the investigation and witness intimidation.
Among those affected is Aswathaman, the third accused. The court's decision reflects concerns over the gravity of the crime and the investigation's status, emphasizing the need for continued custody.
