Akil Shaikh Ayyub vs State Through Police Station Phulambri — 34/2026

Case Summary: Akil Shaikh Ayyub v. State (Case 34/2026) The court allowed the applicant's petition to release a seized Mahindra Bolero pickup truck on a supurnama (personal bond) of Rs. 5 lakhs with surety, despite the vehicle being used in illegal cattle transportation. The court held that while a prima facie case of animal cruelty exists, retaining the vehicle served no purpose as investigation was largely complete and prolonged detention would cause deterioration. However, the court imposed stringent conditions: the applicant cannot dispose of or alter the vehicle's identity, must produce it as directed, and the vehicle remains security for all animal care costs under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Rules, 2017. This case analysis is maintained by casestatus.in based on publicly available court records.