State vs. Unknown Accused — Rape and murder of a 2-year-old child

Updates

1. Judgment17 Oct 2015

   Double death sentence and double life imprisonment in rape and murder case, confirmed

   Bombay High Court: In a first sentencing of its kind, a bench comprising of Bhushan Gavai and Prasanna Varale, JJ. confirmed double death sentence and...

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The court confirmed punishments of death and life imprisonment for a person convicted of a crime.

   Who:

   The Bombay High Court served as the judge for the State against the accused person.

   When:

   Reported on 17 Oct 2015.

   Where:

   Bombay High Court, Maharashtra.

   Why:

   The person was convicted for the rape and murder of a young child.

   What it means:

   The court has finalized the decision to uphold the double death sentence and double life imprisonment.

   SCC Online Blog
2. News12 Oct 2015

   In a first, rare double-death and double-life sentence for man who raped, murdered 2-year-old

   India News: First verdict under amended Section 376A that came into effect after Nirbhaya rape case.

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   A man received a double death penalty and double life imprisonment sentence for a violent crime.

   Who:

   The accused is the man convicted, and the Bombay High Court is the judicial body deciding this case.

   When:

   Reported on 12 Oct 2015.

   Where:

   Bombay High Court, Maharashtra.

   Why:

   The court handed down these sentences because the man was found guilty of raping and murdering a toddler.

   What it means:

   This is the first time such a dual sentencing order has been issued in this legal matter.

   The Times of India