Pune Porsche tragedy: The father of the 17-year-old teen driver, responsible for the fatal Pune Porsche crash finds himself in legal jeopardy. His son, without a license, took the wheel of his fathers ₹2.5 crore Porsche sports car after consuming alcohol illegally, which resulted in the loss of two lives. Now, the father has been sent to jail until June 7 on charges of cheating.While the fathers imprisonment offers some solace to the grieving families, questions arise about the bail granted to the teen. Initially, the boy received bail within 15 hours, with peculiar conditions including a road safety essay requirement. Outrage ensued, leading the Juvenile Justice Board to revise its decision, detaining the teen in a remand home until June 5. The fathers extended custody aims to facilitate a comprehensive police inquiry, ensuring accountability for the tragedy.Concerns over evidencePolice assert the necessity of interrogating the father to uncover crucial details surrounding the incident. Allegations of evidence tampering, particularly CCTV footage manipulation, demand a thorough investigation. Furthermore, the fathers elusive actions, including evading authorities and leaving his mobile phone behind to avoid tracking, raise suspicions of intentional obstruction of justice.Legal ramifications The legal proceedings against the father include charges of willful neglect and cheating, adding weight to the severity of his involvement. His neglect, as per Section 75 of the Juvenile Justice Act, carries a maximum three-year jail term, while the cheating charge under Section 420 of the Indian Penal Code could result in a seven-year imprisonment.Ongoing investigationsAs the case unfolds, attention shifts towards potential lapses within the police department. Allegations of preferential treatment towards the teen prompt scrutiny of procedural irregularities. Concerns mount over delayed medical examinations and protocol breaches, highlighting the need for accountability and transparency in the aftermath of such tragedies.
