Early Times Report
JAMMU, Dec 1: The Additional Sessions Judge, Doda, Amarjeet Singh Langeh, expressed serious concern over the investigation conducted in an attempted murder case, noting that it was carried out in a "casual and slipshod manner" and left "yawning infirmities." The judge criticized both the investigating officers and their supervisory officers for the lack of proper supervision.
The observations were made in the context of a case where the prosecution failed to prove charges of attempted murder against the accused, namely Gandhi Lal, Pritam Singh, and Sheela Devi. The court emphasized that suspicion, no matter how strong, cannot serve as a substitute for proof beyond a reasonable doubt.
In the judgment, the Additional Sessions Judge noted, "Nothing more needs to be said except that a copy of this judgment shall go to Director General of Police, Jammu and Kashmir for information."
The decision highlights the importance of conducting thorough and diligent investigations to ensure that justice is served. The acquittal of the accused underscores the need for a robust legal process based on reliable and trustworthy evidence. |
