Allahabad High Court acquits 71-year-old murder convict in 1981 case

The Allahabad High Court acquitted Mofeed, a 71-year-old man, in a murder case dating back to 1981, alongside three others who had died during the appeal process. \r

Justices Siddharth and Ram Manohar Narayan Mishra overturned the conviction citing lack of sufficient evidence beyond reasonable doubt. Mofeed, along with Khalil, Zaheer, and Jainuddin, was accused of killing Shaabuddin over a theft dispute. The court noted discrepancies in witness testimonies and medical reports, highlighting inconsistencies in the prosecution's case. \r

It emphasized that the crime scene details did not align with evidence presented, casting doubt on the prosecution's version. The acquittal directed cancellation of Mofeed's bail bonds, discharge of sureties, and he was not required to surrender.