Why was Sushil Kumar denied bail again?

Sushil Kumar was denied bail again because the court found no grounds to release him at this stage, given that serious charges have been framed and the trial is ongoing.

What are the charges against Sushil Kumar?

Sushil Kumar faces serious charges including murder, criminal conspiracy, intimidation, rioting with deadly weapons, and violations under the Arms Act.

When did the Sagar Dhankar incident occur?

The incident involving the alleged abduction and assault of Sagar Dhankar occurred in May 2021.

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Wrestler Denied Bail Again in Murder Case

6 Feb

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Summary

Olympic wrestler Sushil Kumar's bail denied in murder case.
Case involves alleged abduction and fatal assault at Chhatrasal Stadium.
Charges include murder and criminal conspiracy against Kumar.

Wrestler Denied Bail Again in Murder Case

A Delhi court has once again denied bail to Olympic wrestler Sushil Kumar, who is implicated in the murder case of former junior national wrestling champion Sagar Dhankar. The court's decision on Friday came as it heard Kumar's latest bail application.

The incident dates back to May 2021, when Sagar Dhankar and his friends were allegedly taken to Delhi's Chhatrasal Stadium and assaulted. Investigators state Dhankar died from severe brain damage caused by blunt force trauma sustained during the assault. Two of his friends were also injured.