In a high-profile case, famous Kannada actors Darshan Thoogudeepa and Pavithra Gowda have been granted bail by the Karnataka High Court. The two were arrested in June for their alleged involvement in the murder of an auto-driver, Renukaswamy. However, the Court has raised questions about the prosecution's case and the alleged delays in the investigation and post-mortem report. This development comes after an interim bail was granted to Darshan in October on medical grounds.
Darshan Thoogudeepa Bail: A High-Profile Case in Karnataka
Background
Renowned Kannada actors Darshan Thoogudeepa and Pavithra Gowda were arrested in June 2023 for their alleged involvement in the murder of an auto-driver named Renukaswamy. According to the prosecution, the incident occurred on May 9th, when Renukaswamy allegedly misbehaved with Gowda, leading to an altercation. Darshan, who was reportedly present at the scene, is accused of assaulting Renukaswamy, who later succumbed to his injuries.
Bail Granted by Karnataka High Court
On December 13th, 2023, the Karnataka High Court granted bail to both Darshan and Gowda. The Court raised concerns about the prosecution's case, noting that the post-mortem report was delayed by several months, and that there were inconsistencies in the witness statements. The Court also questioned the delay in the investigation.
Reaction
Darshan's bail has been met with mixed reactions. Some members of the public have expressed outrage, while others have supported the actor, citing his health condition. Gowda has also been granted bail on medical grounds.
Top 5 FAQs
1. Why were Darshan and Gowda arrested? They were arrested for their alleged involvement in the murder of Renukaswamy.
2. What were the allegations against them? Darshan was accused of assaulting Renukaswamy, while Gowda was accused of being present at the scene and failing to prevent the attack.
3. What was the evidence presented by the prosecution? The prosecution presented witness statements, CCTV footage, and a post-mortem report.
4. Why did the Karnataka High Court grant bail? The Court raised concerns about the delays in the investigation and post-mortem report, as well as inconsistencies in the witness statements.
5. What is the current status of the case? Darshan and Gowda have been granted bail and are awaiting trial. The investigation into the murder is ongoing.
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