STATE TIMES NEWS
JAMMU: The 2nd Additional Sessions Judge Court Jammu, Anoop Kumar Sharma has rejected the bail application of three accused persons in connection with a violent assault case registered at Police Station Gandhi Nagar, Jammu in File No. BA/36/2026, arising out of FIR No. 16/2026. The accused-Abrahim Burrat, 21, son of Arjun, resident of H. No. 125 Christian Colony Prem Nagar Jammu, Ricky Teji, 18, son of Sanjay Teji, resident of H. No. 132 Christian Colony, Prem Nagar Jammu and Styris Teji, 18, son of Paul Teji, resident of H. No. 132 Christian Colony Prem Nagar Jammu, through Advocate Zahida Parveen and Advocate Gorav Arora had sought bail in a case registered under Sections 191(2), 115(2), 126(2), 352 and 351(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). They were arrested on January 18, 2026, following a complaint by a practicing advocate alleging a brutal assault at Bikram Chowk.
As per the prosecution, the complainant stated that on the night of January 16, 2026, a group of 6-8 individuals, allegedly intoxicated, were using foul language at the bar. When objected to, the group reportedly attacked him with bottles, rods, and glasses, causing multiple injuries to his head, face, lips, and a grievous injury to his right hand, including nerve damage and fracture. The complainant was later shifted to GMC Jammu and subsequently proceeded outside the Union Territory for advanced treatment. Opposing the bail plea, the prosecution through APP Arvind Rathore argued that the assault was brutal, unprovoked, and carried out in a public place, creating fear and disturbing public order. It was further submitted that the investigation is at a crucial stage, medical opinion is yet to be obtained, the statement of the injured is pending, CCTV footage is still under examination, and one co-accused remains absconding. Grant of bail at this stage, it was contended, could lead to tampering with evidence and derail the investigation. After hearing both sides and perusing the case diaries, the court observed that bail in non-bailable offences is a matter of judicial discretion and must be exercised on sound principles. The court noted that the investigation is at an initial stage, the nature of injuries appears serious, and key evidence, including medical opinion and CCTV analysis, is yet to be finalized. The court held that releasing the accused at this juncture could influence witnesses and tamper with evidence, besides sending a wrong signal to society. Finding no merit in the bail plea, the court dismissed the application. Accordingly, the bail application was rejected and the file ordered to be consigned to records as per rules.