The Delhi High Court rejected an anticipatory bail plea from a woman accused of trafficking a minor from her village to work in selling illicit liquor in Delhi. The accused, Savitri, faced charges under various sections including the Delhi Excise Act and Juvenile Justice Act. The case stemmed from a constable’s report of witnessing the sale of illicit liquor by a woman named Kajal and a child in Sangam Vihar.
The prosecution alleged that the accused was actively involved in the illicit liquor trade and had benefited financially. They argued that her custodial interrogation was necessary to uncover a broader conspiracy. The court, in its ruling, emphasized the seriousness of the allegations, particularly the trafficking of a child for criminal activities, stating that granting anticipatory bail in such cases could set a wrong precedent.
The court also highlighted the need for custodial interrogation to determine if more children had been trafficked similarly. It mentioned ongoing investigations into the accused’s financial transactions and noted her involvement in multiple cases of a similar nature. Considering these factors, the court deemed it inappropriate to grant anticipatory bail to the accused, ultimately dismissing her bail application.
