CAAS condemns Disgraceful Actions by Police Department on the illegal arrest of a Chartered Accountant



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The Chartered Accountants Association (CAAS) in Surat has lodged a formal complaint with the Police Commissioner regarding the unlawful arrest and mistreatment of CA Bharat Rupareliya. The association highlighted several procedural violations, including the failure to issue summons, inform family members, and the illegal detention of the chartered accountant for over a month without sufficient cause. CAAS is calling for an inquiry into the matter and appropriate disciplinary action against the police officers involved.

The Chartered Accountants Association, Surat have written to the Commissioner of Police, Surat regarding the illegal arrest of CA Shri Bharat Rupareliya, under the M/s Sahyog Enterprise Bogus Billing Case. The association also mentions that they expectmore maturity and responsible behaviour from the Police Department when allegations are made on citizens and especially on revered citizens like Chartered Accountants. Read the official representation letter below: Ref: CAAS/Representations/2021
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FAQ :

CAAS is protesting the illegal arrest and alleged mistreatment of CA Bharat Rupareliya by the Surat Police Department in connection with the M/s Sahyog Enterprise Bogus Billing Case.

The police allegedly failed to issue summons under Section 160 of CrPC, did not inform the family of the arrested CA, verbally abused staff, illegally locked the CA's office, and detained the CA for over a month without sufficient cause or evidence.

Yes, CA Bharat Rupareliya was later released by the Honourable Court of the Chief Judicial Magistrate, Surat, for lack of evidence under Section 169 of CrPC.

CAAS expects more maturity and responsible behaviour from the police, especially when dealing with allegations against citizens like Chartered Accountants. They are demanding an inquiry and punitive action against guilty officers.

The association is concerned about the loss of reputation, man-hours, livelihood, and the stigma cast upon the noble profession due to such alleged illegal actions and harassment.




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