Quashes Man's Death Penalty In Double-Murder Case, Says Trial Court Verdict Based On Conjectures: Gujarat High Court
Ahmedabad, April 10, 2026 – In a significant ruling, the High Court of Gujarat at Ahmedabad has overturned the conviction and death sentence of Baldevbhai Budhaji Dhulaji Chauhan (Thakor) in a double murder case, emphasizing the critical importance of a complete and unbroken chain of circumstantial evidence for conviction. The judgment, delivered by Honourable Mr. Justice Ilesh J. Vora and Honourable Mr. Justice R. T. Vachhani, highlighted several deficiencies in…