‘Victim is alive, where is suicide?’: Karnataka HC orders release of man jailed for ‘abetting’ wife’s death
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‘Victim is alive, where is suicide?’: Karnataka HC orders release of man jailed for ‘abetting’ wife’s death

Indian Express·3h ago·Neutral

What Happened

Karnataka High Court quashed proceedings against a man accused of abetting his wife's suicide after the woman appeared in court, stating they resolved differences. Justice M Nagaprasanna ordered his release after six months imprisonment, criticizing police for filing chargesheet without verification. The court initiated departmental inquiry against Banaswadi police officers for reckless prosecution.

Key Entities

Karnataka High CourtJustice M NagaprasannaBanaswadi Police StationBengaluruSection 108 BNS

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