Madras HC: Vellore Resident Wins Back Seized Truck After Court Review

In a recent decision dated November 11, 2025, the High Court at Madras ruled in favor of Jayagopi, allowing the return of his seized truck. Let's dive into the details of this case and see what happened.

The Case Begins: Seizure of the Truck

It all started when the Vellore Taluk Police filed a case under Crime No. 46 of 2025. The police took away Jayagopi's Ashok Leyland Tipper Truck, with the registration number TN-38, AL-2939. They thought it was connected to some illegal activities mentioned in certain sections of the BNS.

Jayagopi Fights Back: The Request

Jayagopi, living in Kurumbalayam, Kaniyambadi, Vellore District, wasn't going to let this happen without a fight. He asked the court to get his truck back, arguing that it wasn't involved in any crime. But on October 14, 2025, the local court in Vellore said no to his request.

The Court Steps In: Reviewing the Case

The case went to the High Court, where Judge T.V. Thamilselvi took a closer look. After listening to both sides and checking the records, the court found that the truck had nothing to do with the alleged illegal activities.

"The vehicle of the petitioner has nothing to do with the alleged offense."

Conditions for the Return: What Jayagopi Needs to Do

The court decided to give the truck back to Jayagopi but set some rules:

1. Deposit Money: Jayagopi must pay Rs. 25,000 to the Dhanabakkiammal Social Welfare Trust in Chennai.
2. Provide Original Documents: He needs to give the original invoice or bill of the truck to the court.
3. Photographic Evidence: The seized items should be photographed, and a list signed by Jayagopi must be prepared.
4. No Changes: Jayagopi can't make any changes to the truck.
5. Availability for Inspection: He must show the truck to the court and police whenever required.
6. Violation Consequences: If any rule is broken, the order is automatically canceled.

Verdict Summary

On November 11, 2025, the court canceled the earlier decision, allowing Jayagopi to get his truck back. This decision shows how important it is to look at the evidence carefully and make sure justice is done.