Supreme Court Dismisses Parents’ Plea for New Probe in RG Kar Rape-Murder Case
The victim's family is directed to pursue their request for further investigation in the Calcutta High Court as questions about the case's handling persist.
- The Supreme Court has dismissed a plea by the victim's parents seeking a fresh CBI investigation into the RG Kar rape and murder case.
- The family has been advised to approach the Calcutta High Court to pursue their concerns about the investigation and evidence tampering.
- The main accused, Sanjay Roy, was sentenced to life imprisonment in January, but the parents allege the involvement of additional perpetrators.
- The victim’s family has raised concerns over delays in receiving her death certificate and alleged harassment by officials during the process.
- The incident, involving the brutal rape and murder of a 31-year-old doctor in August 2024, has sparked nationwide protests and calls for justice.