Accused Falsely Implicated For Govt Compensation: Allahabad HC Acquits Man In 100 Yr Old Woman's Murder, Attempted Rape Case

The Allahabad High Court acquitted a man falsely accused of the attempted rape and murder of a 100-year-old woman, criticizing the lower courts for wrongful conviction. The court highlighted significant lapses in the investigation and prosecution, including fabricated evidence and witness tampering. It ordered the state government to provide compensation to the accused for the years he spent in wrongful imprisonment. This case underscores the importance of due diligence in criminal investigations and the judiciary's role in correcting miscarriages of justice.