In Brief
Balkrishna Tukaram Angre was facing trial for murder under sections 302 and 34 of the IPC based on circumstantial evidence. His High Court bail application was rejected. The Supreme Court allowed his appeal, finding that fifteen months of custody with charge sheet already filed justified bail. The Court ordered his release on a bond with two sureties, subject to conditions the trial judge deemed necessary to ensure his court attendance.
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