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Crime
AP High Court orders CBI probe into Gade Sai Krishna custodial death
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 17 Oct 2026, 06:48 AM
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The Andhra Pradesh High Court has transferred the investigation of Gade Sai Krishna's custodial death to the Central Bureau of Investigation, superseding the state police probe.
The Andhra Pradesh High Court issued an order directing the Central Bureau of Investigation to take over the probe into the death of Gade Sai Krishna while in custody. The court's decision replaces the earlier investigation being conducted by the state police, citing the need for an independent and thorough inquiry.
Gade Sai Krishna, whose death sparked concerns over custodial safety, had been under the jurisdiction of the state’s law‑enforcement agencies. The High Court's directive mandates the CBI to collect evidence, interview witnesses and submit a detailed report on the circumstances surrounding the death.
Legal experts note that the move underscores the judiciary's willingness to ensure accountability in cases of alleged police misconduct. The CBI is expected to commence its investigation promptly, adhering to standard procedures for custodial death inquiries.
The order comes amid heightened public scrutiny of custodial practices across the country, with calls for stricter oversight and transparent investigations.
Authorities have not disclosed a timeline for the CBI's findings, but the court has emphasized that the investigation must be completed without undue delay.
Gade Sai Krishna, whose death sparked concerns over custodial safety, had been under the jurisdiction of the state’s law‑enforcement agencies. The High Court's directive mandates the CBI to collect evidence, interview witnesses and submit a detailed report on the circumstances surrounding the death.
Legal experts note that the move underscores the judiciary's willingness to ensure accountability in cases of alleged police misconduct. The CBI is expected to commence its investigation promptly, adhering to standard procedures for custodial death inquiries.
The order comes amid heightened public scrutiny of custodial practices across the country, with calls for stricter oversight and transparent investigations.
Authorities have not disclosed a timeline for the CBI's findings, but the court has emphasized that the investigation must be completed without undue delay.