Supreme Court of India · 2023-08-24
Xxx vs Union Territory Of Andaman And Nicobar ...
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Xxx
- Respondent
- Union Territory Of Andaman And Nicobar ...
- Author
- Vikram Nath
- Bench
- Vikram Nath
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court addressed the issue of bail granted to the Ex-Chief Secretary of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, who was accused of serious offences under the Indian Penal Code, including gang rape and criminal conspiracy. The court emphasized the gravity of the charges and the potential for influencing witnesses, ultimately deciding to set aside the bail order granted by the Calcutta High Court. The judgment reinforces the principle that bail should be denied in cases involving heinous crimes where there is a risk of tampering with evidence or intimidating witnesses.