Limited Role and Circumstantial Evidence
In this case, the Bombay High Court granted bail considering:
The accused's limited role in the crime (possession of steel pipe vs. direct assault)
Age factor (22 years old)
Absence of direct evidence linking him as primary assailant
Completion of investigation and filing of chargesheet
Imposition of stringent conditions including residence outside jurisdiction
In the High Court of Bombay
(Before M.S. Karnik, J.)
Rutik Vs State of Maharashtra
Bail Application No. 2122 of 2023
Decided on March 14, 2024
Citation: 2024 SCC OnLine Bom 833.
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