Pune Porsche Crash: Investigation Reveals Lapses in Juvenile Justice Board's Bail Decision
A minor accused of causing a fatal car crash in Pune was granted bail with lenient conditions, sparking outrage and prompting an investigation into the Juvenile Justice Board's decision.
Pune Porsche CrashJuvenile Justice BoardMaharashtra Woman And Child Development DepartmentRoad SafetyJuvenile Justice SystemReal Estate PuneJun 15, 2024
The investigation was launched after the minor, who was allegedly under the influence of alcohol, crashed a Porsche into a motorcycle at Pune's Kalyani Nagar junction, resulting in the deaths of two IT engineers, Aneesh Awadhiya and Ashwini Koshta, both 24 and hailing from Madhya Pradesh.
After the accident, the minor was detained and brought before the Juvenile Justice Board (JJB) in Pune. The police requested his custody in the juvenile observation home and also appealed for him to be tried as an adult. However, the JJB, which had only one non-judicial member present instead of the full three-member panel, including a judicial member, rejected both requests. The minor was granted bail with conditions such as writing an essay, studying traffic safety norms, and undergoing de-addiction counseling.
The WCD has issued notices to two JJB members appointed by the department, following the receipt of the panel's report. The Pune JJB has also extended the minor's remand in the observation home for 14 more days, citing ongoing psychological counseling. The juvenile will stay at the observation home until the next hearing on June 25.
Information The Maharashtra Woman and Child Development Department (WCD) is a government agency responsible for promoting the welfare and development of women and children in the state.
The Juvenile Justice Board (JJB) is a statutory body established under the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015, to deal with juvenile offenders.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the cause of the Pune Porsche crash?
The crash was caused by a 17-year-old boy who was allegedly under the influence of alcohol and driving a Porsche.
What was the outcome of the minor's first appearance before the Juvenile Justice Board?
The minor was granted bail with conditions such as writing an essay, studying traffic safety norms, and undergoing de-addiction counseling.
What action has been taken against the Juvenile Justice Board members?
The Maharashtra Woman and Child Development Department has issued notices to two JJB members appointed by the department.
How long will the minor stay in the observation home?
The minor will stay in the observation home for 14 more days, until the next hearing on June 25.
What is the purpose of the investigation into the Juvenile Justice Board's decision?
The investigation aims to review whether proper norms were followed while issuing orders in the case and to identify any procedural lapses.
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