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Crime
Punjab-Haryana High Court Acquits Rape Convict Over Lack of Injuries
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🗓 24 Jul 2026, 12:33 PM
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The Punjab & Haryana High Court has acquitted a man previously convicted of raping a 22‑year‑old, citing the absence of injuries despite claims of a violent struggle.
In a recent judgment, the Punjab & Haryana High Court acquitted a man who had been convicted of raping a 22‑year‑old woman. The court noted that the victim showed no physical injuries, contradicting the prosecution’s claim of a violent struggle.
The acquittal was based on the court’s assessment that the evidence did not support the allegations of force or resistance. The judge emphasized that the absence of injuries is a significant factor in determining the credibility of the assault claim.
The decision follows a lengthy trial in which the accused was found guilty of rape. The court’s ruling highlights the importance of corroborating physical evidence in sexual offence cases.
Legal experts say the judgment may prompt a review of similar cases where physical evidence is lacking, underscoring the need for thorough investigations before convictions are secured.
The acquittal was based on the court’s assessment that the evidence did not support the allegations of force or resistance. The judge emphasized that the absence of injuries is a significant factor in determining the credibility of the assault claim.
The decision follows a lengthy trial in which the accused was found guilty of rape. The court’s ruling highlights the importance of corroborating physical evidence in sexual offence cases.
Legal experts say the judgment may prompt a review of similar cases where physical evidence is lacking, underscoring the need for thorough investigations before convictions are secured.