Here's a breakdown of a recent court decision involving a criminal case in Vikarabad District. The people involved, Ramesh Kumar and Suresh Patel, wanted to stop the legal proceedings against them. Let's dive into what happened!
Ramesh Kumar and Suresh Patel, the second and third people accused, filed a criminal request under Section 528 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS). They wanted to stop the proceedings in Crime No.303 of 2025 at Pargi Police Station. The accusations against them are under Sections 318 (4) and 316 (2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).
Mr. Ibad UR Rehman Khan, the lawyer for Ramesh Kumar and Suresh Patel, argued their case. Meanwhile, Mr. Jithender Rao Veeramalla, the Additional Public Prosecutor, represented the state. During the arguments, Ramesh and Suresh's lawyer asked the court to tell the police to continue their investigation by sending a notice under Section 35(3) of the BNSS.
Justice Tirumala Devi Eada looked at the arguments and the details of the case. The court noted that the alleged offenses have a punishment of less than seven years. So, instead of stopping the case, the court decided that Ramesh Kumar and Suresh Patel need to meet with the Investigating Officer by November 21, 2025. The officer must follow the procedure under Section 35(3) of the BNSS, as guided by the Supreme Court's decision in Arnesh Kumar v. State of Bihar.
"Ramesh Kumar and Suresh Patel shall submit their defense and cooperate with the Investigating Officer as and when required."
The court ended the criminal petition with these directions. Any other related requests for this case were also closed.
This decision highlights the importance of following proper procedures in investigations while ensuring the accused have a chance to present their defense.
