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UP man gets life for rape, murder of 16-year-old
A special POCSO court in Uttar Pradesh's Mainpuri has sentenced 22-year-old Karan alias Alok to rigorous imprisonment for life for the rape and murder of a 16-year-old Class 11 student. The court…
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A special POCSO court in Uttar Pradesh's Mainpuri has sentenced 22-year-old Karan alias Alok to rigorous imprisonment for life for the rape and murder of a 16-year-old Class 11 student. The court acquitted the convict's father Jetendra and his friend due to insufficient evidence.
According to the prosecution, the girl was abducted on her way to college on May 15, 2025. The main accused raped and strangled her, then with his father allegedly hanged the body to fake suicide. The court based its verdict on witness testimony and documentary evidence.
The Indian Opinion
The acquittal of two accused may fuel anger, but the verdict shows the court relied on evidence, not emotion. In a society quick to demand punishment for all, this case underscores that justice must be individualised. The test will be whether the prosecution appeals the acquittals with stronger evidence, or if the system learns to build tighter cases against all involved.
Source: indiatoday.in
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