Shiney Ahuja's bail plea rejected

Mumbai, July 8 (ANI): A Sessions Court here on Wednesday rejected the bail plea of Bollywood actor Shiney Ahuja, who was arrested for allegedly raping his domestic maid.huja, who is currently lodged at the Arthur Road jail, will continue to remain in judicial custody till July 16.

The decision came after the prosecution asked for more time to investigate the case and gather evidence.

Earlier, the DNA test report of Ahuja confirmed that he had sexual relations with the victim. Medical reports had suggested that Ahuja's maid was raped.

The actor has been charged under the Indian Penal Code (IPC) Section 376 with rape, along with wrongful restraint and intimidation.

The police arrested Ahuja on June 15 after preliminary medical tests on the girl confirmed sexual assault.

Mumbai police said the actor had admitted to making a mistake by having consensual sex with the maid who has levelled allegations of rape against him. (ANI)

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