Alleged arrest irregularities did not support bail where the...

Alleged arrest irregularities did not support bail where the accused was produced before an available Magistrate after court hours and before the Special Court within twenty-four hours. Material showing that the written grounds of arrest were subsequently handed to relatives, together with prompt legal action on the accused's behalf, rebutted the claimed non-communication and showed no prejudice at the bail stage. Money-laundering bail remained unavailable despite prolonged custody because prima facie material linked the accused to providing mule accounts for illegal online betting, indicated a principal role, and raised risks of absconding, witness influence and evidence tampering. Proceedings had progressed towards framing of charges, and bail was refused.