Jawahar Punekar & Ors vs State Of Mahrashtra

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of six accused under Section 302 read with Section 149 IPC for the murder of Abdul Jakir Faruki, confirming the High Court's decision which affirmed the Trial Court's findings. The Court found that the formation of an unlawful assembly with a common object to murder was established, as the accused were armed and actively participated in the assault. The Court also ruled that the eyewitness testimonies were credible and corroborated, dismissing claims of fabrication and doubt regarding the presence of all accused at the scene.