Quick Summary: A tragic accident on February 8, 2014, near Azhagapuri Junction led to a court case involving M. Saravanaperumal. Initially sentenced to jail, he was later given probation by the Madurai Bench of Madras High Court.
On February 8, 2014, a motorcyclist named Yugandhan was fatally hit by a Maxicab van driven by M. Saravanaperumal near Azhagapuri Junction on NH-208. The accident happened because the van went into the wrong lane at high speed, causing a head-on crash.
Initial Trial and Appeal: - The first court, Judicial Magistrate No.1, Srivilliputhur, found M. Saravanaperumal guilty of driving carelessly and causing death by negligence, sentencing him to time in jail. - The decision was confirmed by the Additional District & Sessions Judge, Srivilliputhur, on August 21, 2023.
Revision Petition: - Filed by M. Saravanaperumal, arguing that speed alone doesn't mean he was reckless and pointing out mistakes in the investigation. - He also offered to give more money to the victim’s family.
Madurai Bench Ruling: - On November 27, 2025, Justice L. Victoria Gowri considered M. Saravanaperumal's clean record and the money he gave to the victim’s family. - The court decided to use the Probation of Offenders Act, 1958, allowing M. Saravanaperumal to avoid jail time, as long as he behaves well.
The court decided to give M. Saravanaperumal a chance to avoid jail by being on probation for one year, considering his clean record and the compensation paid to the victim's family.
