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Kanpur woman gets life for killing 13-year-old over Rs 3 change
A court in Kanpur Dehat sentenced Mamta to life imprisonment on Tuesday for murdering a 13-year-old boy in 2010 over Rs 3. The additional district and sessions judge also imposed a fine…
A court in Kanpur Dehat sentenced Mamta to life imprisonment on Tuesday for murdering a 13-year-old boy in 2010 over Rs 3. The additional district and sessions judge also imposed a fine of Rs 11,000 on the convicted woman, who was sent to Mati jail.
In August 2010, Sandeep bought biscuits worth Rs 2 at Mamta's shop in Dharampur village, paying Rs 5. When he asked for his change, Mamta allegedly took him to her house, poured kerosene on him, and set him on fire. Rescued by villagers, Sandeep died during treatment.
Sandeep's uncle initially lodged a case for confinement and attempted murder. After the boy's death, police upgraded the charge to murder and arrested Mamta. The court convicted her after hearing witness statements, police investigation findings, and arguments from both sides.
Indian Opinion Analysis
The case highlights a recurring pattern of fatal violence over trivial sums in rural India. The 16-year gap between the crime and conviction is not unusual for district courts, where case backlogs are severe. As of 2023, Kanpur Dehat's sessions court had over 3,800 pending cases. The victim’s family now waits to see if Mamta will appeal, which could add years to the final resolution. Under Section 302 of the IPC, life imprisonment means a minimum of 14 years before parole eligibility.
Source: hindustantimes.com
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