Kolkata police produced a 36-year-old undertrial prisoner at a Bagdah hearing centre in North 24 Parganas on Sunday. The man faced charges under the Pocso Act, which stands for the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act. He had spent over two years in Krishnanagar jail located in Nadia district.
Heavy Police Security for the Hearing
Officers brought the prisoner to the hearing centre under heavy police security. They made him interact with officials as part of the legal proceedings. This event marked a significant step in his case after a prolonged period of incarceration.
Notice Triggers Police Action
According to police sources, the prisoner is named Shakil Sheikh. A notice reached his residence, prompting his family to inform the authorities. This led to his production at a Special Intensive Revision hearing at Helencha in Bagdah.
Police escorted Sheikh to the hearing centre. The Special Intensive Revision hearing aimed to review and advance the legal process in his case.
Unusual Scene at Local School
Locals witnessed the unusual hearing at Helencha Girls' High School on Sunday morning. The presence of police and the prisoner drew attention in the community. Such hearings are not common in school settings, making this event notable for residents.
The hearing took place at the school, which served as a temporary venue for the legal proceedings. Officials conducted the session to ensure proper judicial oversight.
Background of the Case
Shakil Sheikh has been an undertrial prisoner for more than two years. His booking under the Pocso Act involves serious allegations related to child sexual offences. The Act provides stringent provisions to protect children from such crimes.
His lodgment in Krishnanagar jail indicates the gravity of the charges. The judicial process has now moved forward with this hearing in Bagdah.
The production of the prisoner highlights ongoing efforts by Kolkata police to handle sensitive cases. It underscores the importance of legal procedures in ensuring justice under Indian law.
