NAGARAJA vs STATE OF KARNATAKA

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's conviction of the appellant under Section 397 IPC for armed robbery, affirming a sentence of 7 years rigorous imprisonment and a fine of Rs. 1000. The Court noted that the identification of the appellant was supported by strong circumstantial evidence, including his apprehension shortly after the crime and the recovery of stolen items from his possession. The acquittal of the sixth accused was also confirmed, as the evidence against him was insufficient.