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SANGUEM: Goa Forward leaders Meshu D’Costa and Dattaraj Raut Dessai have been granted bail in connection with a case arising from an alleged confrontation with police personnel at the Sanguem Police Station.
The duo had been arrested by Sanguem Police in connection with allegations of threatening and obstructing police personnel while they were performing their duties. The case has been registered under Sections 132, 221, 351 and 189 read with Section 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
The South Goa Sessions Court had earlier rejected anticipatory bail applications filed by D’Costa and four others, observing that there was a prima facie case indicating aggressive, confrontational and intimidating conduct.
According to the complaint filed by PSI Pradhyumna Keny, the accused allegedly arrived at the police station and engaged with police personnel in a manner that amounted to threats and obstruction of official duties. The prosecution had opposed the bail pleas, referring to notices issued under Section 35(3) and video footage of the incident.
The court had also taken note of the video recording, observing that the interaction appeared to escalate into violence and that such conduct could undermine the authority of the police.
The incident involved an argument between the Goa Forward leaders and the Police Inspector at the Sanguem Police Station.
Speaking to the media, the Police Inspector said police personnel are public servants and urged citizens who have grievances to approach senior police authorities and follow the proper channel for redressal.
The officer also appealed to people to maintain decorum at police stations and avoid using arrogant or inappropriate language while dealing with police personnel.
He said grievances can certainly be raised, but they should be addressed in a respectful and lawful manner.
With the court now granting bail to D’Costa and Dessai, further proceedings in the case will continue.
