Acquittal in Burari Double Murder Case Highlights Doubts Over Evidence

A Delhi court acquitted a man accused of a 2014 double murder, citing doubts over evidence. The case rested on circumstantial evidence and an eyewitness who later recanted. The prosecution failed to establish motive or a reliable chain of circumstances, leading to the acquittal.

A Delhi court has acquitted a man accused of murdering two people in 2014, citing serious doubts regarding the evidence. The court highlighted discrepancies in the circumstantial evidence and the prosecution's inability to establish a concrete motive for the crime.

The Additional Sessions Judge, Ankur Jain, pointed out that the case leaned heavily on the testimony of a minor eyewitness, who later turned hostile. The witness alleged that his initial statement was made under police influence. Without a reliable witness and substantial evidence, the prosecution's case weakened significantly.

The court also noted flaws in the forensic evidence, including questionable DNA analysis and the handling of key exhibits. Despite initial suspicions and Call Detail Records linking the accused to the deceased, the prosecution could not present conclusive proof. With co-accused Lal Chand evading trial, the court dismissed the charges due to insufficient evidence.

(With inputs from agencies.)