Supreme Court of India · 2010-07-06
SURAJ vs STATE OF U.P.
- Citation / case number
- SC 2004/20327
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- SURAJ
- Respondent
- STATE OF U.P.
- Author
- C.K. PRASAD
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellants under Sections 302/149, 147, and 148 of the Indian Penal Code, affirming the trial court's finding based on eyewitness testimony and medical evidence. The Court noted that the prosecution established the presence of the accused at the scene and their involvement in the assault leading to the victim's death. The appeal was dismissed, confirming the life sentences and additional terms of imprisonment for the appellants.