K.H. Shekarappa & Ors vs State Of Karnataka

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of police officers under Section 304 Part II IPC read with Section 34 IPC for the deaths of two individuals in police custody, emphasizing the heinous nature of custodial violence. The Court noted that despite constitutional safeguards, incidents of torture and death in custody persist, highlighting the need for accountability among law enforcement. The appellants were sentenced to one year of rigorous imprisonment and fined, with no separate sentence for the additional charge under Section 324 IPC.