Ruled in favour of Anil Dharmeshbhai (Dharmashbhai) Agravat (Applicant)
In Short
A bank server was hacked using malware, and stolen money was routed through various accounts, including one belonging to the applicant who allegedly received a small commission. The High Court granted him regular bail because the investigation was already finished and the police could not clearly explain who actually carried out the hack.
The Parties
Party A: Anil Dharmeshbhai (Dharmashbhai) Agravat
Party B: State of Gujarat
Advocates & Judges
For Party A: Learned Advocate Mr. Kuldeep D Vaidya
For Party B: Learned Advocate Ms. Jyoti Bhatt
Judge(s): Hon'ble Justice Hasmukh D. Suthar
What the Case Was About
This case involved a major cyber crime investigation after a cooperative bank's computer server was hacked using malware. Hackers managed to change a customer's registered mobile number, create fake account balances digitally, and transfer money out into different bank accounts. The applicant was later pulled into the case because he held an account at a local branch where some of this disputed money landed. Investigators claimed he accepted a small cash commission of twenty thousand rupees to help move the funds along. He was arrested and kept behind bars while the police wrapped up their investigation and filed the chargesheet, prompting him to ask the court for regular bail so he could wait for his trial outside of prison walls.
Judgment Date
14/10/2026
The Outcome
The court ruled in favour of the applicant and ordered his release on regular bail. The judge noted that keeping him locked up any longer without clear answers from the police would amount to punishing him before a trial even took place.
What the Court Looked At
- The police had already finished their investigation and officially filed the chargesheet against the accused.
- None of the specific crimes charged against the applicant carried a punishment of life imprisonment or the death penalty.
- The applicant had been locked up in jail since July tenth of that year, and the police stated nothing further needed to be recovered from him.
- When questioned by the judge, the investigating officer could not explain basic details about who actually used the malware or who orchestrated the illegal transfers.
- The court observed that the only specific allegation against the applicant was that he received a twenty thousand rupee commission for transferring funds.
"Keeping the accused behind the bars is nothing but amounts to pre-trial conviction."
What This Means For You
Getting involved in financial transactions that are not yours—even just letting someone route money through your bank account for a quick cash commission—can drag you straight into a major cyber crime case. In this instance, the accused spent months behind bars because his bank account was used to funnel hacked funds, regardless of whether he understood the full scope of the cyber attack or not. Letting others use your financial accounts for a fee is a massive red flag to law enforcement and a fast ticket to a criminal investigation. If you find yourself tangled in a financial inquiry because someone used your account or ID, understanding your standing quickly can prevent unnecessary months spent locked away. Setback Solutions is here to help you make sense of your situation in plain language and coordinate your next steps with confidence.
You Still Have Options
If you are facing a false FIR, sitting behind bars while your trial drags on, or wondering what to do after getting caught up in a cyber crime investigation, it is completely normal to feel overwhelmed and unsure of where to turn. You do not have to navigate the complex criminal justice system alone, and exploring a second opinion or non-judicial guidance can completely change your path forward. Reach out to Setback Solutions today for plain-language help and coordination to understand your options and plan your next steps clearly. Setback Solutions is a support and coordination service, not a law firm, and does not provide legal advice or guarantee any specific court outcome.