Thane Court Acquits Man Accused of Kidnapping Amidst Family Feud

A Thane court acquitted a man accused of kidnapping his wife's nephew after key witnesses, including the child's mother and the accused's wife, did not support the prosecution's case. The court noted the incident stemmed from a family dispute and lack of incriminating evidence led to the man's release.

A man accused of kidnapping his wife's nephew was acquitted by a Thane court after key witnesses turned hostile, dismantling the prosecution's case.

The court presided by Additional Sessions Judge V G Mohite ruled that the prosecution failed to provide evidence proving the incident, leading to the order for the man's release.

This case underscores the complexities when legal matters intertwine with familial disputes, as the testimony from prime witnesses refuted claims of ransom, driving the acquittal.

(With inputs from agencies.)