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Supreme Court of India 2020-09-16 allowed

Neetu Kumar Nagaich vs State of Rajasthan and Others

Bench: 3 — 3

In Brief

A mother sought judicial intervention to investigate the death of her son, which was initially closed as accidental or suicidal. The Court found the police investigation significantly deficient: the FIR was filed only after repeated complaints, inquiries remained inconclusive, and authorities dismissed evidence suggesting a homicide. Concerned that the investigation appeared designed to shield potential wrongdoing, the Court set aside the closure report and ordered a completely fresh investigation led by a senior officer with a new team, to be completed within two months, ensuring a fair and thorough inquiry into the circumstances of death.

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