Sanjay Roy was convicted by the Sealdah court for the rape and murder of a female doctor, with Judge Anirban Das presiding over the brief session. Despite claiming innocence and insisting a Rudraksha necklace proved it, evidence from the CBI pointed to his guilt. Sentencing is set for January 22, 2025.
Kolkata: The elder sister of Sanjay Roy, the man convicted in the RG Kar rape-murder case, revealed on Saturday that the family does not plan to challenge the court’s guilty verdict. The decision was delivered by a Kolkata court, which found Sanjay Roy guilty of the rape and murder of a postgraduate trainee doctor.
RG Kar Rape-Murder: Sanjay Roy, the prime accused in a high-profile case, Today (Jan 18) declared guilty by Additional District and Sessions Judge Anirban Das. The verdict was announced in a secured courtroom, supported by key evidence, including the victim’s blood on Roy’s belongings and items linking him to the crime scene. The judgment marks a critical milestone in delivering justice.
A Sealdah court in Kolkata will announce its judgment today (Jan 18) in the shocking rape and murder case of a 31-year-old trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College in August last year. The CBI, after taking over from Kolkata Police, has sought maximum punishment for Sanjay Roy, the sole accused. The victim’s family, however, remains dissatisfied with the investigation, questioning if others were also involved in the crime that sparked nationwide outrage.
Today, On 19th December, The parents of the RG Kar rape and murder victim have asked the Calcutta High Court for a fresh investigation into the case. They claim important evidence has been lost during the ongoing CBI-led probe and have urged the court to act quickly. Their request comes after two accused in the case were granted bail on December 14.
![[Kolkata Doctor Rape-Murder] Ex-Principal Sandip Ghosh of RG Kar Hospital Granted Bail](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Rg-kar-2.jpg?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
Today, On 13th December, Sandip Ghosh, former principal of RG Kar Medical College, was granted bail in a case involving the rape and murder of a doctor but remains in custody for a separate financial irregularities investigation. Allegations against Ghosh included evidence tampering, while Mondal was charged with delaying the FIR. The case ignited nationwide protests for better safety and justice for medical workers.
In the RG Kar rape-murder case, accused Sanjay Roy claims he was framed by former Kolkata Police Commissioner Vineet Goyal, alleging police fabrication of evidence. This assertion comes during ongoing investigations and rising protests from junior doctors demanding justice. Charges have been framed against Roy, intensifying the legal scrutiny.
![[RG- Kar Rape and Murder Row] 'Approach Lower Court For Bail': Calcutta High Court To RG Kar Ex Principal Sandip Ghosh](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/image-95-2.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
The Calcutta High Court denied bail to Dr. Sandip Ghosh, former Principal of RG Kar Medical College, in a financial irregularities case and directed him to approach the lower court. Concurrently, the CBI is investigating Ghosh for the alleged rape and murder of a junior doctor amidst ongoing probes into multiple irregularities at the institution.
![[R.G. Kar Rape & Murder] 'Leaves Home in CBI Vehicle': Victim's Parents Testify as Trial Begins in Sealdah Court](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/img-4.png?resize=447%2C270&ssl=1)
Today, On 11th November, The trial for the rape and murder of a young girl commenced at Sealdah Court on November 11. The victim’s parents are the first witnesses, with a total of 128 expected to testify. The case, involving a civic volunteer as the sole accused, has drawn significant controversy, with claims of innocence from the defendant.