Bengaluru ₹7.11 Crore Cash Van Heist: Court Sends Accused to 10-Day Police Custody Hours After Commissioner’s Briefing

According to him, the police argued that they require 10 days of custodial interrogation, stating that although nearly 80% of the stolen cash has already been recovered, the remaining amount must still be traced and more suspects identified.

“The police asked for 10 days’ custody. I opposed it and said five or six days is enough. So much time is not necessary,” Ramanappa said.

The court, however, accepted the police submission and granted 10 days of police custody for all three accused.

“The investigation is still at a crucial stage. Let the police question them and produce them before the court again after custody. Whoever is guilty will be exposed,” the defence counsel added.

Ramanappa emphasised that his role is professional and limited to representation:
“Once the court passes an order, everyone must respect it. The truth will emerge through the investigation.”