MP Mithun Reddy has suffered a major legal blow as the Andhra Pradesh High Court denied him anticipatory bail in the investigation into the liquor scam. The court pointed out that as the investigation is now at a sensitive and critical stage, granting bail here would not be desirable.
Mithun Reddy has been actively seeking legal protection against arrest, approaching both the High Court and the Supreme Court. Earlier, the Supreme Court had directed the High Court to make a final decision on his bail plea and extended temporary relief from arrest until then. However, with the High Court now denying his anticipatory bail, that temporary shield has been removed, increasing the possibility of his imminent arrest.
Sources reveal that during Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy’s five-year tenure, Mithun Reddy played a pivotal role in the liquor scam. Insider reports suggest that he regularly visited the Tadepalli residence every Saturday to provide updates on financial transactions to the key players involved.
The Special Investigation Team (SIT) has reportedly gathered strong evidence outlining how the illicit funds were circulated and laundered through various channels. Despite multiple legal maneuvers to avoid arrest, it seems Mithun Reddy’s options are now running out.
Others, including Chevireddy Bhaskar Reddy, have already been taken into custody. Bhaskar Reddy’s son, Mohith, currently enjoys interim protection while his bail plea is under consideration.
With the recent High Court ruling, authorities anticipate that the SIT will proceed swiftly to arrest Mithun Reddy in connection with the ongoing investigation.
