Sukanth Suresh—an IB officer accused in a high-profile suicide case—petitions the Kerala High Court to stop the police from leaking sensitive case files to the media. Read the latest legal developments and implications.

Overview of the Case

In a controversial legal development, Intelligence Bureau (IB) officer Sukanth Suresh—accused of aiding the suicide of a colleague or romantic partner—has filed a petition in the Kerala High Court. His petition seeks to prevent the police from leaking confidential investigation materials to the media.

Suresh claims that this unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information has violated his legal rights and compromised the integrity of the judicial process.

Allegations Against the Police

Media Leak Sparks Legal Backlash

The petition was prompted by the publication of private chat messages in a widely read Malayalam daily newspaper. These messages, allegedly retrieved from Suresh’s deleted social media accounts, were reportedly under the control of the Station House Officer (SHO) at Pettah Police Station.

According to Suresh, the documents were leaked just one day after his bail application hearing on May 24, 2025, implying a deliberate attempt to:

• Incite public outrage

• Influence judicial proceedings

• Tarnish his professional reputation

Legal Grounds Cited in the Petition

Suresh’s legal team has cited violations of several Indian laws, including:

• Section 193 of the BNSS (Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita)

• Section 228A of the Indian Penal Code – Restricting the disclosure of the identity of certain individuals

• Section 31 of the Kerala Police Act, 2011 – Addressing misconduct by police personnel

These provisions are meant to protect the sanctity of legal investigations and ensure fair judicial processes.

Court’s Response and Bail Status

On May 26, 2025, the Kerala High Court denied bail to Suresh. In this latest move, he seeks an official probe into the media leak and has requested the court to:

• Order a report from the second respondent (the SHO at Pettah Police Station)

• Direct senior police officials to investigate the unauthorized disclosure

This action aims to safeguard both his rights and the integrity of the ongoing legal proceedings.

Conclusion: A Case That Raises Legal and Ethical Questions

The case of the leaked investigation files involving an IB officer accused in a suicide case is now a focal point for discussions on:

• Media ethics in India

• Judicial fairness

• Investigative accountability

As the legal process unfolds, this high-profile petition may set significant precedents for how sensitive information is handled in criminal investigations in India.