Justice Delayed, Not Denied: Kolkata's Medical College Crime Verdict

A volunteer policeman was convicted for the murder and rape of a junior doctor in Kolkata, causing national outrage over women's safety. The trial highlighted investigation discrepancies and led to protests by the medical community demanding better security and justice. The verdict drew significant public attention.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 18-01-2025 15:28 IST | Created: 18-01-2025 15:14 IST
Justice Delayed, Not Denied: Kolkata's Medical College Crime Verdict
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An Indian police volunteer was convicted of the rape and murder of a junior doctor in Kolkata, drawing widespread national outrage due to ongoing concerns about women's safety. The trial, completed swiftly, followed the discovery of the victim's body at R G Kar Medical College and Hospital.

Despite Sanjay Roy's pleas of innocence, he was found guilty amid claims of investigative discrepancies. The verdict has intensified demands for justice, increasingly vocalized by the victim's grieving family and protesting medical professionals who insist on enhanced security measures in public hospitals.

The sentence, ranging from life imprisonment to a potential death penalty, is pending announcement. Protests continue as police handle the aftermath, including accusations against senior officials for evidence tampering, reflecting the broader call for comprehensive legal reforms and justice.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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