| Case ID |
2af688aa-f766-429d-b6c0-1f9bd5f3154b |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Criminal Petition for Special Leave to Appeal No. |
| Decision Date |
Dec 10, 1973 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The Supreme Court of Pakistan dismissed the petition for special leave to appeal, affirming the High Court's decision to acquit the accused. The court found that there was insufficient evidence to support the conviction of the respondents, highlighting inconsistencies in witness testimonies and the lack of credible corroboration. The presence of the accused in proximity to the crime scene was deemed insufficient to establish guilt. The court emphasized the importance of reliable evidence in securing a conviction for serious offenses such as murder, ultimately ruling that the acquittal was justified given the circumstances of the case. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around a murder incident involving the accused, who were related to each other and to the deceased. The evidence presented was scrutinized, particularly focusing on witness credibility and the circumstances of the incident. The prosecution's reliance on eyewitness accounts was challenged, leading to the High Court's acquittal of the respondents. The Supreme Court upheld this decision, emphasizing the necessity of reliable evidence in criminal cases. The case highlights the complexities of legal proceedings in murder trials, especially when familial ties and witness reliability come into play, making it a significant reference point for future cases in similar contexts. |
| Court |
Supreme Court of Pakistan
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
NAMAODUR RAHMAN, C.J.,
ANWARAL HAQ,
MUHAMMAD GUL
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| Lawyers |
S. Masoom Shah, Advocate Supreme Court,
Amir Zada Phan, Advocate-on-Record
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| Petitioners |
AMIR RAWAN
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| Respondents |
Nadir Khan,
RAWAN KHAN,
Dawa Khan,
Narai,
Inayat Khan,
Manzarai
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| Citations |
1974 SLD 152,
1974 SCMR 246
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Penal Code (XLV of 1860)
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| Sections |
302,
148
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