32 years after a murder in Sriganganagar, Rajasthan, the Jodhpur High Court acquitted three accused., Kashiram was killed during a fight. The trial court convicted all accused. The High Court found only two attackers responsible for fatal blows. It ruled that mere presence at the crime scene doesn't prove guilt. The court canceled sentences for Ramswroop, Dalipsingh, and Tarachand, citing lack of evidence of their involvement or possession of weapons. It stressed that being part of a crowd doesn't make one part of an unlawful assembly without shared intent. The acquitted must submit bonds valid for six months in case of a Supreme Court appeal. (Updated 18 Oct 2025, 10:40 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- 32 years after a murder in Sriganganagar, Rajasthan, the Jodhpur High Court acquitted three accused
- On 12 Sep 1992, Kashiram was killed during a fight
- The trial court convicted all accused on 13 Aug 1993