Bail Hearing for Key Accused in Zubeen Garg Death Case in Guwahati
Zubeen death case: Bail application of key accused Shyamkanu Mahanta heard in fast track court
Hindustan Times
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The bail application of Shyamkanu Mahanta, a key accused in the death of singer Zubeen Garg, was heard in a fast-track court in Guwahati, Assam, India. The prosecution opposed the bail, citing inconsistencies in Mahanta's statements regarding alcohol supply to Garg. The hearing has been deferred to Thursday.
- 01Shyamkanu Mahanta's bail application was heard in a fast-track court in Guwahati.
- 02The prosecution argues against bail due to discrepancies in Mahanta's statements.
- 03Mahanta's lawyers claim he is not a flight risk and has cooperated with investigations.
- 04Zubeen Garg, the singer, died in September 2022 while swimming in Singapore.
- 05The case involves multiple accused facing serious charges, including murder.
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In Guwahati, Assam, India, the Special Fast Track court heard the bail application of Shyamkanu Mahanta, a key accused in the death of renowned singer Zubeen Garg. Mahanta, who has been in custody for over seven months, applied for bail, asserting his willingness to cooperate with the investigation and claiming he is not a flight risk. However, the prosecution, led by Special Public Prosecutor Ziaur Kamar, opposed the bail, highlighting inconsistencies in Mahanta's statements regarding the supply of alcohol to Garg. The court has deferred the hearing to Thursday morning for further arguments. Garg tragically passed away on September 19, 2022, while attending the North East India Festival in Singapore. The case has garnered significant attention, with a Special Investigation Team appointed to probe the circumstances surrounding his death, resulting in charges against seven individuals, including Mahanta and the singer's manager, Siddhartha Sharma.
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The outcome of the bail hearing could influence public sentiment and the ongoing investigation into Zubeen Garg's death, which has captivated many in Assam and beyond.
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