Attack on ED officials: Kerala HC seeks State govt.’s response in bail plea of accused
The Kerala High Court has requested the state government's response regarding a bail plea for an individual accused of attacking Enforcement Directorate officials. The incident occurred during a raid on the former Chief Minister's residence.
Why it matters
The case involves high-profile political figures and questions regarding the legal process and the safety of federal investigative agencies.
The Kerala High Court has sought the State’s response on a petition for bail by Kiran P.S., one of the accused in the attack on Enforcement Directorate officials during a raid on the former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan’s house in May.
The crime was registered against 25 accused under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, and the Prevention of Damage to Public Property Act, 1984, for assault and damage to official vehicles. Around 300 people were initially booked for the alleged assault. The matter will be considered on July 30, connected with the bail petitions of two other accused.
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