High Court Overturns Bail for Man Accused in Child Sexual Assault Case

The Delhi High Court has revoked the bail of a 65-year-old man accused of sexually assaulting a minor girl, stating that granting such relief would harm society. The court found that the trial court ignored essential requirements to grant bail, which contravenes the POCSO Act's purpose.

The Delhi High Court has revoked the bail of a 65-year-old man accused of sexually assaulting a minor girl, criticizing the trial court's decision for neglecting essential legal requirements.

Justice Subramonium Prasad emphasized that granting bail to such offenders could have a detrimental impact on society, and the decision contradicts the purpose of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.

The court pointed out evident grounds to believe the accused committed the serious crime and ordered him to surrender to the trial court by August 9.