Yogisha K M v. the State of Kadur Police
Case brief
What is this about?
Bail refusal upheld by Karnataka HC (NC: 2026:KHC:12453; CRL.A No. 367 of 2026; decided 02.03.2026; M.G.S. Kamal J.). Appeal u/S 14A(2) SC/ST Act, 1989 against rejection u/S 483 BNSS of bail plea in Spl.C.(P) 134/2025 (Cr.No.265/2025, Kadur PS). Offences: Ss.65(1), 64(2)(m), 351(2) BNS; Ss.4(2), 6 POCSO; Ss.3(1)(w)(i)(ii), 3(2)(va) SC/ST Act. Victim minor (16), Scheduled Caste, allegedly repeatedly assaulted under death threats to mother/grandmother, found 2.5 months pregnant; consistent complaint dt.20.09.2025 and S.183(5) BNSS statement; risk of influencing trial; no grounds to interfere; appeal rejected.
What did the court decide?
The prosecution materials indicate consistency in the victim's version, prima facie establishing that the accused/appellant inflicted repeated sexual assault on her under constant threat of endangering the life of her mother and grandmother.