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2022 (8) TMI 554 - Other - CustomsSeeking grant of anticipatory bail - deficit of gold in consignment is recovered - possibility of destroying evidence, tampering of witnesses and mislead investigation - evasion of customs duty - HELD THAT:- On perusal of documents on record, it is clear that there was deficit of gold in consignment. It is also admitted fact that father of applicant was arrested. There was search of premises and company of applicant. Deficit gold was found, which is also informed to the Customs Officer. As per the say of respondent, there is no case of evasion of Custom's Duty. As the record of the Consignment and other necessary facts are with Custom Officer, father of applicant being Director and responsible person for export of consignment is already arrested and investigated, documents are already seized and deficit gold is already informed. In such circumstances, arrest of applicant and his detention do not appear necessary. In the event of arrest, applicant is entitled to be released on bail, subject to conditions imposed - application allowed.
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