Impersonation of IT/Customs Officials: Gujarat HC denies Bail in Cyber Fraud Case

Veronica Andrew Annika Lethabo Vs State of Gujarat (Gujarat High Court) Gujarat High Court has denied regular bail to Veronica Andrew Annika Lethabo, an accused in a ₹14 lakh cybercrime case involving impersonation of Income Tax and Customs Department officials and the use of forged documents. The court cited the seriousness of the offence, the applicant’s prior withdrawal of a bail application, and concerns about her absconding given her possession of multiple foreign passports. The application for regular bail was filed under Section 483 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 ...