New Delhi, March 26 -- The Delhi High Court has denied anticipatory bail in an alleged high-value fraud case linked to a luxury property at DLF Camellias, observing that custodial interrogation may be required and noting that the applicant allegedly did not join the investigation despite repeated notices and non-bailable warrants.

Justice Anup Jairam Bhambhani observed that anticipatory bail is an extraordinary relief and must be granted cautiously, particularly in cases involving alleged economic offences. The Court noted that, at this stage, granting protection from arrest may affect the ongoing investigation.

The plea was filed seeking pre-arrest bail in connection with an FIR registered by the Crime Branch, Delhi, alleging offences ...