The Karnataka High Court has denied anticipatory bail for two senior police officials involved in a high-profile Bitcoin scam. Inspector Chandradhara S R and Deputy Superintendent of Police Shridhar K Pujar were accused of manipulating evidence and aiding illegal activities. This decision underscores the court’s commitment to upholding the integrity of the judicial process in cases of corruption and malfeasance.
On 6th March: The Supreme Court revoked a police officer’s bail for altering a suspect’s name, emphasizing officers’ duty to uphold integrity in law enforcement. High Court’s leniency was criticized, given the seriousness of the allegations. The respondent’s position as an investigating officer necessitates different considerations, and potential tampering risks led to bail revocation. (Word count: 50)
