Court Convicts Three in 2022 Murder Case; Srinagar Police Credits Professional Investigation

Srinagar, October 17 (KNC): A Srinagar court has sentenced three accused, including a woman, to life imprisonment in connection with the 2022 Batamaloo triple murder case, marking a significant development in the criminal proceedings.

According to a handout issued by Srinagar Police, the case was registered at Police Station Batamaloo under FIR No. 109/2022 under Sections 498-A, 302, 120-B and 201 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).

After the conclusion of the trial, the Court of the Additional Sessions Judge, Srinagar, convicted Hafeeza Begum, Parveez Ahmad Dar alias Bilal, and Shahnawaz Ahmad Dar under Sections 302 and 120-B IPC and sentenced all three to life imprisonment.

Police said the conviction followed a professional investigation and sustained efforts to pursue the case through the judicial process.

The development underscores the role of investigation, evidence and prosecution in bringing criminal cases to their legal conclusion and holding those found guilty accountable under the law.

Srinagar Police reiterated its commitment to maintaining law and order, conducting professional investigations and pursuing criminal cases through the established judicial system to ensure justice for victims.

The sentencing marks a major step in the legal proceedings related to the 2022 Batamaloo triple murder case. (KNC)