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Crime
Man Jails for 6 Years Despite Not Being Named in FIR, SC Awards ₹6 Lakh Compensation
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 27 Oct 2026, 06:45 AM
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The Supreme Court has ordered ₹6 lakh in compensation for a man who spent six years in jail for murder despite not being named in the initial FIR.
In a shocking case of wrongful imprisonment, the Supreme Court has ordered ₹6 lakh in compensation for a man from Uttar Pradesh who spent six years behind bars for murder. Despite not being named in the First Information Report (FIR), the man was convicted and imprisoned based on circumstantial evidence. The court acknowledged the grave injustice inflicted upon him and emphasized the need for a thorough investigation before any arrest or conviction. This case highlights the importance of due process and the need to protect individuals from wrongful accusations and imprisonment.