| Case ID |
268fa40a-83b7-4c6e-8863-b182fcf4df60 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Criminal Appeal No. 24-K of 1982 |
| Decision Date |
Jan 16, 1985 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The Supreme Court of Pakistan, in this case, addressed the acquittal of several respondents by the High Court and considered the evidence presented. The Court emphasized the importance of corroborative evidence in criminal cases, particularly regarding the recovery of a blood-stained knife and the testimonies of eyewitnesses. The Court reaffirmed the conviction of Waheeduddin while reducing his sentence from death to imprisonment for life due to mitigating circumstances related to provocation. The other respondents were acquitted due to insufficient evidence. The decision highlighted the principles of evidence appreciation in criminal law, establishing a precedent for future cases involving similar circumstances. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around the tragic incident involving Muhammad Iqbal and his brother Muhammad Zaheer, who were embroiled in a violent confrontation with their cousins, leading to Zaheer's death. The Supreme Court of Pakistan examined the evidence, including witness testimonies and the recovery of weapons, to determine the culpability of the accused. The Court's ruling clarified the standards for evidence in criminal proceedings, emphasizing that mere accusations are insufficient for conviction without corroborative proof. The judgment particularly noted the complexities arising from familial relationships and prior enmities, impacting the assessment of motive and intent. The case serves as a critical reference for understanding legal principles related to murder, acquittal, and the evidentiary standards required in criminal cases. |
| Court |
Supreme Court of Pakistan
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
MUHAMMAD HALEEM, C.J.,
ASLAM RIAZ HUSSAIN,
SHAFIUR RAHMAN,
ZAFFAR HUSSAIN MIRZA
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| Lawyers |
Azizullah Sheikh, Advocate Supreme Court,
A. A. Dastgir, Advocate-on-Record for Appellant,
M. Hayat Junejo, Advocate Supreme Court No. 1,
A. Sattar Sheikh, Additional Advocate-General for Sind,
Muzaffar Hussain, Advocate-on-Record No. 5
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| Petitioners |
MUHAMMAD IQBAL
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| Respondents |
MUHAMMAD ILYAS,
IRSHAD AHMAD,
WAHEEDUDDIN,
MUHAMMAD TAHIR
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| Citations |
1985 SLD 280,
1985 PLD 361
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| Other Citations |
P L D 1970 S C 491,
1971 S C M R 326,
P L D 1965 SC 363,
P L D 1981 S C 477
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| Laws Involved |
Constitution of Pakistan (1973),
Criminal Procedure Code (V of 1898),
Penal Code (XLV of 1860)
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| Sections |
185(3),
417,
302/34
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