Supreme Court of India · 2025-06-25
Rahil vs State(Govt. Of Nct Of Delhi)
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Rahil
- Respondent
- State(Govt. Of Nct Of Delhi)
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellants under Section 302 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, for the murder of Shakeel ur Rehman. The Court examined the evidence, including the circumstances leading to the disappearance of the deceased and the involvement of the accused in the quarrel and threats. The High Court's reversal of the acquittal and subsequent conviction was affirmed, emphasizing the sufficiency of evidence to establish guilt beyond reasonable doubt. The case underscores the importance of circumstantial evidence in murder convictions.