Irshad Ali vs State Ss — 2026 YLR 822 KARACHI-HIGH-COURT-SINDH

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Irshad Ali VS State Ss. 302(b), 376 & 511---Qatl-i-amd, rape, attempted rape---Appreciation of evidence---Medical evidence not supporting prosecution case---Accused was charged for committing murder of the sister of complainant after raping her---In cases of strangulation, a fracture of the first and second ribs on both sides is found---Furthermore, under the topic of medico-legal questions relating to the determination of whether death is caused by strangulation, it is noted that abrasions and fingernail marks, sometimes are produced on the neck by a person gasping for air, particularly in an intoxicated state or during an epileptic or hysterical fit---Therefore, in order to conclusively arrive at a finding that death occurred due to strangulation, it is essential to examine signs of violence in the underlying tissues, along with the presence of ligature marks, bruises caused by fingers or feet or knees, and other associated features indicating death by asphyxia---At the same time, the possibility of death from other causes of asphyxia must be categorically excluded---In the present case, the Medical Officer categorically stated in his deposition that no fractures of the ribs were found and also opined that they appeared to be healthy---Medical Officer further confirmed that no external signs of violence, such as bruises, abrasions, or fingernail marks, were observed on the face, neck, or any other parts of the body, which were usually present in cases of violent strangulation---Nevertheless, the final opinion of the Medical Officer was that death occurred due to shock and asphyxia as a result of strangulation---Appeal against conviction was allowed, in circumstances.

Irshad Ali vs State Ss — 2026 YLR 822 KARACHI-HIGH-COURT-SINDH

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