SRIPATHI vs STATE OF KARNATAKA

The Supreme Court upheld the Karnataka High Court's conviction of the appellants under Section 304 Part II read with Section 34 IPC, overturning the trial court's acquittal. The Court found that the evidence from five eyewitnesses was cogent and trustworthy, countering the appellants' claims of variance between ocular and medical evidence. The Court clarified that Section 34 IPC applies as it establishes joint liability in the commission of a criminal act, affirming the High Court's judgment as free from infirmity.