Indian Courts Acquit Men in Sexual Offense Cases Citing Inconsistencies and Investigation Gaps

Two separate courts in India recently acquitted men accused of sexual offenses due to inconsistencies and investigative lapses. The Allahabad High Court overturned a 2019 conviction for kidnapping and rape, citing the victim's initial statements denying assault and medical evidence lacking signs of force. Similarly, a Delhi court acquitted a man charged with sexual assault, noting discrepancies in the complainant's statements, failure to examine key witnesses, and prior enmity affecting the case's credibility. Both rulings emphasized reasonable doubt and procedural concerns.