Rohtash Kumar vs State Of Haryana & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the appeal against the Punjab and Haryana High Court's dismissal of a petition under Section 482 of the Criminal Procedure Code, seeking registration of an FIR under Sections 302 and 201 IPC for the alleged murder of Sunil by police officials in a fake encounter. The Court emphasized the necessity of a thorough investigation by the CBI to ascertain the truth behind the encounter narrative, thereby holding that the appellant's request for FIR registration was justified. The Court directed the registration of the FIR and investigation by the CBI, reinforcing the principle that accountability must be upheld in cases involving law enforcement.