| Case ID |
39c4db2a-938d-4cbb-b3f8-a812bf03a09f |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Criminal Appeal No. 6 of 1956 |
| Decision Date |
Jan 30, 1956 |
| Hearing Date |
Jan 11, 1956 |
| Decision |
The Supreme Court of Pakistan upheld the convictions of Roshan Akhtar and others for attempted murder under section 307 of the Penal Code. The court found that the use of dangerous weapons and the circumstances surrounding the case indicated that had the victim received fatal injuries, the appellants would have been guilty of murder. The court dismissed the appeal, confirming the sentences imposed by the High Court and emphasizing the evidence of motive and the nature of the injuries inflicted. The court ruled that the convictions were appropriate given the circumstances of the case. |
| Summary |
In the case of Roshan Akhtar and others vs The Crown, the Supreme Court of Pakistan deliberated on the circumstances surrounding a violent incident that resulted in the death of two individuals. The court focused on the application of sections 307 and 324 of the Penal Code, which pertain to murder and attempted murder. The appellants were initially convicted and sentenced to death and transportation for life. Upon appeal, the High Court altered some convictions but upheld the death sentence for one appellant. The Supreme Court ultimately confirmed these decisions, noting the importance of the use of dangerous weapons and the established motive behind the attack. This case highlights critical aspects of criminal law, including the interpretation of intent and the severity of injuries in determining the appropriate charges. The decision reflects the judiciary's commitment to uphold justice while considering the facts and evidence presented during the trial. |
| Court |
Supreme Court of Pakistan
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
MUHAMMAD MUNIR, C.J.,
A. S. M. AKRAM,
M. SHAHABUDDIN,
MUHAMMAD SHARIF, JJ
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| Lawyers |
Manzur Qadir, Senior Advocate Federal Court,
M. Anwar, Advocate Federal Court,
A. R. Changez, Advocate-General West Pakistan,
Fazal Elahi, Advocate Federal Court
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| Petitioners |
MUHAMMAD YAR,
ROSHAN AKHTAR,
SULTAN MAQSUDA
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| Respondents |
THE CROWN
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| Citations |
1969 SLD 1376,
1969 SCMR 798
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Penal Code (XLV of 1860)
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| Sections |
307,
324
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