Kerala HC Orally Remarks on Alleged Delay in Probe While Hearing Bail Pleas in Sabarimala Gold Theft Case

The Kerala High Court has orally observed that there are allegations indicating a delay in the investigation while hearing bail applications in the Sabarimala gold theft case.

The remark was made during proceedings involving accused persons linked to the alleged theft of gold from the premises of the Sabarimala temple.

While considering the bail pleas, the Court examined submissions relating to the stage and manner in which the investigation is being conducted by the authorities. It noted that the progress of the probe would be a relevant factor in deciding the applications.

The observations were made in the context of bail proceedings and no final conclusions were drawn on the merits of the case.

[A Padmakumar v. State of Kerala]