Mumbai High Court Nullifies Case Over Parking Feud

The Bombay High Court quashed an FIR against retired police officer Madhukar Sankhe, involving a dispute with a cabin crew member over a parking spot. The case, initially filed under a modesty insult charge, was dismissed as both parties expressed resolution and peace within their shared housing community.

The Bombay High Court has dismissed an FIR filed against former police officer Madhukar Sankhe, previously charged with insulting a cabin crew member over a parking spot disagreement. Judges Sarang Kotwal and S M Modak highlighted the dispute's personal nature and emphasized that the complainant no longer sought prosecution.

Filed on August 24, 2024, the case stemmed from a quarrel in a housing society where both Sankhe and the complainer reside. An obstruction of the complainant's parking space due to a nearby bank hoarding led to the conflict. The FIR was registered under a modesty insult charge, a decision now overturned by the court.

Citing an affidavit from the complainant declaring a lack of continued animosity, the High Court adjudged the prosecution unnecessary. This decision ends the legal chapter of a feud that Sankhe sought to dismiss through official legal channels.

(With inputs from agencies.)