Rape Conviction Set Aside Due to Lack of Corroboration and Material Contradictions: Patna High Court

The Patna High Court delivered a significant judgment acquitting four accused persons in a serious criminal case involving allegations under Section 4 POCSO Act and Section 376D IPC. The Court emphasized that conviction in criminal cases must be based on clear, consistent, and reliable evidence. The Division Bench carefully reviewed the entire record and found major inconsistencies in the prosecution’s case. Background of the case and FIR details The case…