Mahadeo Laxman Sarane And Anr. vs State Of Maharashtra

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellants Mahadeo and Raju under Section 302 read with Section 34 IPC for the murder of Bhimashankar Madolappa Kapse, rejecting their appeal against the High Court's decision which overturned their acquittal. The Court found sufficient evidence from eyewitnesses, who were related to both the deceased and the accused, establishing the motive rooted in familial discord. The Court affirmed the life sentence and fine imposed by the High Court, emphasizing the credibility of the eyewitnesses despite their familial ties.