| Case ID |
f9b435e9-2394-4675-a648-65c63b33fbf2 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Criminal Appeals Nos. 54 and 55 and Confirmation C |
| Decision Date |
Jul 26, 1974 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
In this case, the Sindh High Court reviewed the convictions of Sarang for the murder of Mehar and an arms-related charge. The court found substantial inconsistencies in the prosecution's evidence, particularly regarding the identification of the accused and the circumstances surrounding the incident. The prosecution's reliance on witnesses who recanted or denied their statements raised significant doubts about the reliability of the evidence presented. Ultimately, the court ruled that the prosecution failed to establish the guilt of the accused beyond a reasonable doubt, leading to the acceptance of the appeal and the acquittal of Sarang. The judgment emphasized the importance of credible evidence in securing a conviction. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around the conviction of Sarang for the murder of Mehar, which was challenged in the Sindh High Court. The court's analysis revealed serious flaws in the prosecution's case, including discrepancies in witness testimonies and the handling of evidence. The key witnesses either denied their involvement or provided conflicting accounts, leading the court to question the integrity of the prosecution's narrative. The medical evidence indicated a clear cause of death due to gunshot wounds, but the lack of corroborative evidence linking Sarang to the crime scene created reasonable doubt. As a result, the court overturned the lower court's decision, highlighting the critical need for reliable evidence in criminal proceedings. This case underscores the judicial system's commitment to ensuring that convictions are based on solid evidence rather than conjecture, affirming the principle of 'innocent until proven guilty'. |
| Court |
Sindh High Court
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
NOOR UL ARFIN,
MUHAMMAD HALEEM
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| Lawyers |
Not available
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| Petitioners |
Sarang
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| Respondents |
The State
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| Citations |
1976 SLD 1025,
1976 PCRLJ 254
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Pakistan Penal Code,
Arms Ordinance, 1965
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| Sections |
302,
13-E,
13-E
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