LATESH @ DADU BABURAO KARLEKAR vs THE STATE OF MAHARASHTRA HOME DEPARTMENT

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the accused under Section 302 read with Section 34 IPC for the murder of Jagdish Hingane, affirming the High Court's modification of their conviction from Section 302 read with Section 149 IPC. The Court noted that the evidence, including the testimony of eyewitnesses and the recovery of a blood-stained weapon, sufficiently established the guilt of the accused. The Court also addressed the procedural aspects of the case, confirming that the police acted within their authority in recording statements and seizing evidence as per the provisions of the IPC and the Arms Act.