Sexual assault case: Complainant moves SC against MLA's pre-arrest bail

The complainant in a sexual assault case against expelled Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil has approached the Supreme Court. She is challenging the pre-arrest bail granted to him by the Kerala High Court, seeking its cancellation to ensure a fair probe.

The woman complainant in a sexual assault case against expelled Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil has approached the Supreme Court of India, challenging the pre-arrest bail granted to him by the Kerala High Court. The plea seeking cancellation of the anticipatory bail granted to the MLA.

Plea Contends Bail Could Harm Investigation

The complainant has contended that the High Court erred in granting protection from arrest despite the seriousness of the allegations and the ongoing stage of investigation. According to the petition, the complainant has argued that the High Court order granting anticipatory bail could adversely affect the investigation into the case.

The plea states that in cases involving allegations of sexual assault, granting pre-arrest bail at an early stage may hamper a fair and effective investigation.

The petition further submits that the allegations are serious in nature and require a thorough probe by the investigating agency without any protection from arrest that may influence the course of the investigation or the statements of witnesses.

Complainant Urges SC to Cancel Bail

The complainant has therefore urged the Supreme Court to set aside the order passed by the Kerala High Court and cancel the anticipatory bail granted to the MLA.

The plea seeks appropriate directions to allow the investigation to proceed in accordance with the law without any impediment. (ANI)

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