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Telangana High Court questions arrest of Patnam Narender Reddy in Lagacherla case-Telangana Today
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Telangana High Court questions arrest of Patnam Narender Reddy in Lagacherla case-Telangana Today

The Supreme Court expressed concern that Narender Reddy should be treated as a terrorist and arrested during his morning walk at KBR Park. He questioned the prosecutor on whether such a heavy-handed approach was justified and asked whether the former MLA was absconding which warranted such action. The court also highlighted that Supreme Court directions were not followed during the arrest.

Update Date – 20 November 2024 14:43


Telangana High Court questions arrest of Patnam Narender Reddy in Lagacherla case-Telangana Today


Hyderabad: Telangana High Court On Wednesday, serious concerns were expressed about how this would be done. former Kodangal MLA Patnam Narender Reddy He was arrested in connection with the Lagacherla incident. The court was hearing a quashing petition challenging the arrest and detention of the former MLA. After hearing the defenses, the court decided to announce the verdict.

The Supreme Court questioned the necessity of treating Narender Reddy as a terrorist and arresting him during his morning walk at KBR Park. The court pointedly asked the prosecutor whether the former MLA had absconded and whether such a harsh approach was necessary. The court also noted that the Supreme Court rules were not followed during the arrest.


The Supreme Court also noted inconsistencies in police reports, noting inconsistencies in accounts of injuries suffered by police officers during the alleged attack. Lagaçerla. While police initially claimed that the injuries were serious, subsequent reports stated that they were minor.

The prosecutor defended the arrest by claiming that Narender Reddy was responsible for inciting the locals to attack the authorities and inciting unrest. He opposed the cancellation of the detention order, stating that it would harm the ongoing investigation.