Today, On 8th October, In the MP custodial death case, the Supreme Court slammed the CBI, asking, “Why didn’t you arrest them earlier, why wait for a court order?” The Court criticized the delay in apprehending absconding police officers involved in the incident.
Today, On 22nd January, The Calcutta High Court will hear the CBI, the convict, and the victim’s family before deciding on the West Bengal government’s appeal concerning the sentence in the RG Kar hospital rape-murder case. The government argues the trial court’s sentence was inadequate, while the CBI opposes the state’s right to appeal, asserting its role as the prosecuting agency. The case will be taken up on Monday, with all parties presenting their arguments. The hearing aims to address the state’s challenge and ensure a fair review of the sentence.
Malati Roy, mother of convicted murderer Sanjay Roy, expressed acceptance of the court’s decision regarding her son’s sentencing, indicating that if guilty, he deserves punishment. Despite her sorrow, she empathized with the victim’s family and acknowledged the stigma faced by her own family since his arrest. Sanjay was convicted for the rape and murder of a junior doctor.
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.
The Delhi High Court On Friday (20th Dec) extended medical relief for former BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Senger until January 15, 2025, amid disputes between the victim’s and Senger’s counsels regarding his surveillance. The victim’s mother opposed the decision, emphasizing safety concerns. Senger, convicted for rape, had previously been granted interim bail for personal reasons.
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Senior advocate Vrinda Grover has stepped down from representing the family of the R.G. Kar Medical College rape-murder victim due to unforeseen circumstances. Her legal team provided pro bono support since September 2024 in various courts. The case, involving the tragic death of a trainee doctor, is now under CBI investigation.
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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.