GHULAM MUSTAFA vs State Ss — 2026 SCMR 852 SUPREME-COURT

Case information

Citation: 2026 SCMR 852 SUPREME-COURT
Court: Supreme Court of Pakistan
Year: 2026
Reporter: SCMR
Parties: GHULAM MUSTAFA vs State Ss
Subject matter: Criminal

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Judgment text as reported

GHULAM MUSTAFA VS State Ss.302(b), 324, 452, 337 & 149---Qatl-i-amd, attempt to commit qatl-i-amd, house trespass after preparation for hurt, unlawful assembly--- Reappraisal of evidence---Benefit of doubt--- Occurrence took place after dark and prosecution failed to produce independent proof regarding availability of electric light at the spot. Land dispute was alleged as motive which could operate both ways. Co-accused having similar roles were acquitted on same evidence. Supreme Court held that conviction of remaining accused required independent corroboration. It was further held that any evidence or circumstance not put to accused under Section 342 Cr.P.C. could not be used against him for conviction. Appeal against conviction allowed.

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