The high-profile Andhra Pradesh liquor scam saw its legal proceedings advance further this Monday, October 6, as the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) Court decided to extend the judicial remand for seven individuals currently incarcerated. This move highlights the persistent efforts to unravel the details of the multi-crore financial irregularity.
Upon the expiration of their initial remand period, the accused were brought before the court. The magistrate then issued an order prolonging their judicial custody until October 13, signaling that authorities require more time for comprehensive investigation and evidence gathering.
So far, the Crime Investigation Department (CID) has made significant strides, arresting a total of 12 suspects in connection with this widespread scandal. While the investigation proceeds, five of these individuals have successfully obtained bail, allowing them temporary release.
The remaining seven suspects, whose judicial remand has just been extended, continue to be held across various correctional facilities, including the NTR and Guntur district jails, as they await further legal action.
This extension ensures that these key accused remain under judicial purview while the CID works towards bringing the full scope of the liquor scam to light.