Crl. Misc.-M No.31181 of 2009 Harjinder Singh & another vs. State of Punjab Present: Mr. Ritesh Pandey, Advocate for the petitioner. Mr. A.S.Brar, Sr. DAG, Punjab. **** On instructions of ASI Vijay Kumar, learned State counsel has confirmed the fact that the petitioner has joined the investigation and weapon of offence has been recovered and he is not required for further investigation. In the circumstances, in my opinion, no useful purpose would be served by having the petitioner taken in custody. In the circumstances interim order dt. 20.11.2009 is made absolute subject to the provisions of Section 438(2) upto filing of the challan, whereafter the petitioner would be required to seek regular bail. Petition stands disposed of. December 14, 2009 (AJAY TEWARI) sonia JUDGE