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Allahabad HC overturns Raiyyan death sentence in 2016 ambush killings
NewsBytes | April 8, 2026 8:39 AM CST

Justice Siddharth flags pressured witness statements

Justice Siddharth pointed out that much of the prosecution's case relied on witness statements made under pressure, definitely not ideal for a fair trial.
After a detailed review (and even a split verdict earlier), the High Court decided those shaky testimonies were not enough to uphold such a serious conviction.
He will be released if he is not arrested in any other case.


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