Madras HC Challenges Police Claim of North Indian Accused Likely to Abscond

In a recent hearing, the Madras High Court scrutinised a police officer’s statement that the accused, who is from North India, was likely to abscond. The court held that the officer’s claim was not backed by any concrete evidence and was based solely on the accused’s regional background. It emphasised that a person’s origin should not be a factor in determining the risk of absconding. The officer was asked to provide substantiating evidence before any bail decision could be taken. The court also warned that discriminatory remarks could lead to legal repercussions for the police personnel involved.