The trial proceedings against human rights activist A. Vasu, also called ‘GROW’ Vasu, who was recently remanded in judicial custody in connection with an old criminal case, commenced at the Kunnamangalam Judicial First Class Magistrate Court on Friday.
Mr. Vasu, who was brought to the court on Friday under tight police security, defended himself without seeking the support of a lawyer. Though he was offered a chair considering his age during the court proceedings, he refused to accept it.
Police officers, who recorded his arrest, explained the circumstances behind the legal action in their statement on the first day. They also said that the lack of sufficient number of officers was the reason behind the delayed arrest. Mr. Vasu, however, did not attempt to cross the officers.
