Overview
- Police arrested Shimjitha Musthafa on January 21 in Vadakara and a Kozhikode court remanded her to 14 days’ judicial custody in connection with U. Deepak’s death.
- In a remand report, officers urged the court to deny bail, arguing release could encourage copycat acts, risk witness influence, and hinder the ongoing investigation.
- Investigators say a preliminary check indicates the circulated video was edited, and they plan detailed forensic examination of her phone and recovery of deleted social media accounts.
- CCTV from the bus and statements from the driver and conductor recorded no onboard complaint or disturbance during the journey, according to police.
- The Kerala State Human Rights Commission has ordered a DIG-led inquiry, and a day after her arrest Musthafa emailed a complaint alleging sexual misconduct on the bus.