Prudeta
2026 INSC 375
๐ Paras 3-4
Information was received regarding the death of Komal Sahu by hanging. The postmortem report indicated death due to 'Asphyxia'. Investigation revealed no evidence of murder but suggested suicide. Statements indicated the deceased's wife, Revati Bai, had insulted Komal multiple times in front of the appellant, with whom she allegedly had illicit relations, leading Komal to commit suicide. The appellant was named as the first accused and Revati Bai as the second.
๐ Para 5
Whether the material collected by the prosecution was sufficient to frame charges against the appellant under Section 306 read with Section 34 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, for abetting the suicide of the deceased.
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