Court Acquits Family in Dowry Death Case: Prosecution's Case Fails

A court acquitted a husband and his in-laws of charges related to dowry death and abetment of suicide. The prosecution could not prove harassment or cruelty leading to the woman's suicide. Testimonies and evidence were insufficient to support claims of dowry demands and extramarital affairs.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 06-09-2024 18:35 IST | Created: 06-09-2024 18:35 IST
Court Acquits Family in Dowry Death Case: Prosecution's Case Fails
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In a recent ruling, a local court acquitted Arshad Alam and his parents of serious charges, stating that the prosecution failed to prove their case.

Additional Sessions Judge Vipin Kharb found no substantial evidence of dowry demands or persistent harassment leading to Farah Naaz's suicide.

Testimonies from the deceased's family did not corroborate claims, resulting in the court dismissing the charges.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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