How can a police officer aver that accused will abscond because he is a ‘North Indian?’ questions Madras High Court

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The Madras High Court questioned a police officer’s claim that an accused person might abscond because he is from North India. Justice N. Ramesh said a person’s place of origin is not a proper basis for presuming flight risk.

Justice N. Ramesh says such an averment is not appreciated and that a person’s place of origin cannot be a reason for apprehending that he may flee