In a dramatic turn of events, a Sealdah court in Kolkata expressed significant frustration after the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) lawyer arrived late and failed to adequately represent the case of Sanjay Roy, the prime suspect in the rape and murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor. The delay and absence of key CBI personnel have sparked outrage and led to criticism from the Trinamool Congress (TMC), highlighting issues with the handling of the high-profile case.
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- Court’s Displeasure: The Sealdah court in Kolkata expressed frustration when the CBI lawyer and investigating officer failed to appear on time for Sanjay Roy’s bail hearing.
- Late Arrival: The CBI lawyer arrived 50 minutes late to the hearing, opposing Roy’s bail plea by arguing it could hinder the ongoing investigation.
- Magistrate’s Reaction: Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate Pamela Gupta questioned whether Roy should be granted bail due to the CBI’s lack of timely representation.
- Court’s Criticism: The magistrate criticized the CBI’s approach, calling it “lethargic” and expressing disappointment at the handling of the case.
- Defense Argument: Roy’s defense lawyer argued for bail, citing the absence of a criminal record and lack of evidence presented by the CBI.
- Bail Rejected: The court rejected Roy’s bail plea and remanded him to 14 days of judicial custody, which will continue until September 20.
- TMC’s Response: Trinamool Congress MP Saket Gokhale accused the CBI, BJP, and the Modi government of trying to undermine the case and suggested a political agenda behind the bail proceedings.
- Supreme Court Involvement: The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear the case on September 9, following an application by the Centre over non-cooperation by the West Bengal government.
- High Court’s Role: The Calcutta High Court transferred the investigation from the Kolkata Police to the CBI on August 13, following the discovery of the doctor’s body on August 9.
- Case Background: The victim, a trainee doctor, was found with severe injuries in a hospital seminar hall, leading to Roy’s arrest the following day.
