The Supreme Court today rejected former Mumbai Police Pradeep Sharma’s plea to suspend his conviction for a fake encounter case, preventing him from contesting the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly polls. Sharma was convicted for the 2006 fake encounter killing of a suspected gang member. Despite bail, Sharma withdrew his plea following the Supreme Court’s refusal.
Today, On 10th May, Former police officer Pradeep Sharma was granted bail by the Supreme Court in connection with a 2006 fake encounter case. The decision, following Maharashtra’s lack of objection, raises questions about police conduct and the justice system in the state. Sharma’s case adds to the ongoing discourse on law enforcement accountability and alleged extrajudicial actions.
