Accident, not assault: Kerala High Court bins criminal charges against bus driver for hitting judge’s car
Indian Express·2h ago·Neutral
What Happened
Kerala High Court quashed criminal proceedings against bus driver Shajeer, holding the vehicle collision constituted a motor accident rather than criminal assault. Justice Syam Kumar V M ruled the FIR lacked evidence of criminal intent to obstruct a public servant. The driver faced charges under IPC Sections 324 and 353, plus the Prevention of Damage to Public Property Act following an April 2018 incident.
Key Entities
Kerala High CourtJustice Syam Kumar V MShajeerIPC Section 324IPC Section 353Prevention of Damage to Public Property Act 1984April 4 2018