Not a Fit Case to Grant Anticipatory Bail: Kerala High Court in High-Profile Abduction and Murder Case

In a significant ruling today, the Kerala High Court, presided over by Justice Mohammed Nias C.P., denied anticipatory bail to Abdul Razaq @ Arikady Razaq in connection with two serious crimes involving allegations of abduction, assault, and murder. The court, in its rigorous assessment of the case, stated, “I do not think that this is a fit case to grant anticipatory bail,” emphasizing the gravity of the offenses and the need for an unimpeded investigation.

The two cases, registered as Crime Nos. 490/2022 and 493/2022 at Manjeswar Police Station, Kasargod, involve severe allegations against the petitioner. In one instance, the charges include abduction and assault, leading to severe bodily harm, while the other involves the murder of a person named Aboobacker Siddique, as alleged in the F.I.R.

During the hearing, the defense argued a lack of direct evidence connecting Razaq to the crimes, asserting that mere mention of his presence was insufficient for a connection to the alleged offenses. However, the prosecution presented a compelling case, highlighting the petitioner’s alleged role in planning and executing these heinous acts. The PostMortem Report of the deceased victim, revealing traumatic brain injury and internal bleeding due to multiple blunt injuries, bolstered the prosecution’s stance.

Justice Nias, in his ruling, underscored the serious nature of the allegations and the petitioner’s key role, stating, “Considering the key role played by the petitioner in a grave crime, I am of the view that the petitioner is not entitled to get anticipatory bail as it might adversely affect a proper investigation.” The judgment reflects the court’s commitment to ensuring that the investigation into these grave allegations is conducted thoroughly and without interference.

Date of Decision: 12th December 2023

ABDUL RAZAQ @ ARIKADY RAZAQ VS STATE OF KERALA