After a deadly car crash in Kochi, the family of Jayabalakrishnan, who lost his life in the accident, has asked the Kerala High Court to reconsider bail for the 17-year-old accused driver.
The teen was released soon after the October 25 incident, and a lower court upheld his bail on November 5.
The family feels this doesn't match the gravity of what happened.
Family fears tampering, cites judicial father
Jayabalakrishnan's family worries that letting the minor stay out on bail could lead to evidence being tampered with or witnesses feeling pressured, especially since the boy's father is a serving judicial officer.
They believe age shouldn't automatically protect someone from stricter scrutiny when such a serious accident is involved.
The High Court is yet to decide on their plea.