Punjab & Haryana High Court Acquits Two Sentenced To Death For Gang Rape And Murder

Punjab & Haryana HC acquits two death-row convicts in a rape-murder case, citing lack of conclusive evidence and procedural lapses. The High Court overturned the conviction and death sentences of the two individuals, highlighting significant gaps in the prosecution's case and material procedural irregularities during the investigation and trial. The court emphasized that the evidence presented was not sufficient to establish guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, reaffirming the legal principle that circumstantial evidence must form a complete chain without any missing links. This acquittal underscores the judiciary's commitment to upholding due process and preventing wrongful convictions.