Crime Branch to probe both sexual assault cases against expelled MLA Rahul Mamkootathil

• Rahul Mamkootathil, recently expelled from Congress, faces two sexual assault cases, including one alleging forced pregnancy termination.
• The State Police Chief has transferred both cases against Mamkootathil to the Crime Branch for a coordinated investigation.
• Mamkootathil has interim protection from arrest until his anticipatory bail plea is considered by the Kerala High Court on December 15.
• His friend, Joby Joseph, is also an accused in the first case and has sought anticipatory bail.

Why It Matters: High-profile MLA's sexual assault probe by Crime Branch impacts justice and politics.