Amaravati: YSRCP Leader’s Arrest Sparks High Court Scrutiny
Immediate Rearrest After Bail
Turaka Kishore, a former Macherla Municipality Chairman and key associate of ex-YSRCP MLA Pinnelli Ramakrishna Reddy, was released on bail from Guntur District Jail on July 30, 2025, only to be promptly arrested in a fresh attempt-to-murder case. The swift rearrest by Veldurthi police outside the jail premises triggered protests from Kishore’s family, including his wife, Surekha, who attempted to intervene.
Allegations of Police Overreach
Kishore’s wife filed an urgent habeas corpus petition in the Andhra Pradesh High Court, alleging illegal detention by Rentachintala police. The petition claims the police are systematically filing multiple cases against Kishore, arresting him in new cases each time he secures bail.
High Court’s Intervention
A division bench comprising Justices R. Raghunandan Rao and J. Sumathi heard the petition on July 30, 2025, questioning the timing and validity of the latest case, registered over an alleged incident from April 8, 2024. The court directed the Palnadu District Superintendent of Police to submit a detailed affidavit clarifying the number of cases, complaint dates, and arrest timelines.
Legal Arguments Presented
Advocate Rama Lakshmana Reddy, representing Kishore, argued that the police have filed 12 cases against his client, employing a pattern of rearrests to prolong detention. The government’s special counsel, Vishnuteja, defended the arrest, citing the gravity of the attempt-to-murder charge.
Court’s Concerns and Adjournment
The bench expressed skepticism about the delayed registration of a case from over a year ago, raising concerns about potential misuse of police authority. The hearing was adjourned to August 4, 2025, to allow for the submission of the affidavit and further scrutiny.
Broader Implications
The case highlights tensions between Andhra Pradesh’s ruling and opposition parties, with allegations of targeted political persecution. The High Court’s directive signals a commitment to ensuring due process amid claims of vindictive policing.