Rathishkumar B C v. State by Cpi
Case brief
What is this about?
Appeal against conviction and death sentence imposed for the offence of kidnapping and murder of an Aganahalli (waterman). The reviewing court examined witness testimony, found it insufficient to prove the accused drove the deceased or killed him, set aside the trial and confirming orders, and acquitted the petitioner.
What did the court decide?
Convictions and sentences (including death sentence) under Secs 302 & 364 IPC set aside; petitioner acquitted and ordered to be set at liberty.