Delhi Court Upholds Bail for Minor Driver in Fatal Dwarka Hit-and-Run
Delhi court upholds bail for minor in Dwarka crash
Hindustan Times
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A Delhi court has upheld the bail granted to a minor driver accused of causing a fatal hit-and-run accident in Dwarka, rejecting the victim's mother's appeal. The court emphasized that the incident, while tragic, did not warrant revocation of the juvenile's bail under the Juvenile Justice Act.
- 01The court ruled that the minor's continued bail does not undermine justice.
- 02The judge noted the increasing prevalence of underage driving incidents.
- 03Concerns about evidence tampering were not sufficient to revoke bail.
- 04The minor had previous traffic violations but was granted bail based on parental acknowledgment of oversight.
- 05The accident resulted in the death of 23-year-old Sahil Dhaneshra and injuries to another driver.
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A Delhi court has upheld the bail for a minor driver involved in a fatal hit-and-run accident that killed 23-year-old Sahil Dhaneshra in Dwarka on February 3. The court, led by Additional Sessions Judge Rajat Goyal, stated that revoking the minor's bail would not serve the ends of justice. The judge acknowledged the rising incidents of underage driving but noted that the specifics of this case lacked the severity needed to shock societal conscience. The victim's mother, Inna Makan, argued against the bail, citing the minor's previous traffic violations and potential risks of evidence tampering. However, the court found no grounds to cancel the bail, emphasizing the juvenile's right to personal freedom under the Juvenile Justice Act. The minor was previously sent to an observation home after being apprehended, and police have charged him under provisions related to rash driving and causing death by negligence.
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This ruling highlights ongoing concerns about underage driving and road safety in Delhi, prompting discussions on parental responsibility and legal accountability for juvenile offenders.
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