A Pune court on Friday remanded Siya Goyal and Chetan Chaudhary, the two accused in the high-profile Lohagad Fort murder case, in judicial custody until July 16. The court rejected the prosecution's plea for extension of police custody, following arguments from both sides.
Court Rejects Prosecution's Plea for Police Custody
During the hearing, the prosecution sought further police custody of the accused to aid the investigation. However, the defense argued that such an extension was unnecessary. After considering the submissions, the judge dismissed the prosecution's request and ordered judicial custody for Goyal and Chaudhary.
The accused were produced before the court amid tight security. The Lohagad Fort murder case has drawn significant public attention due to its brutal nature and the circumstances surrounding the crime.
Details of the Case
The murder took place at Lohagad Fort, a popular trekking destination near Pune, earlier this week. The victim, whose identity has not been disclosed, was found dead under suspicious circumstances. Police arrested Siya Goyal and Chetan Chaudhary shortly after the incident and have been investigating the motive behind the killing.
According to police sources, the accused and the victim were known to each other. Investigators have collected forensic evidence from the scene and are analyzing digital records to establish the sequence of events.
Impact and Next Steps
The judicial custody order means the accused will remain in jail until their next court appearance on July 16. The prosecution may file a chargesheet before that date. The case is expected to proceed swiftly given the public interest and the gravity of the offense.
Local authorities have also increased patrolling at tourist spots like Lohagad Fort to reassure visitors. The incident has raised concerns about safety at trekking sites, prompting calls for better surveillance and security measures.
