SELVAMANI VERSUS THE STATE REP. BY THE INSPECTOR OF POLICECITATION: 2024 (SC) 358

Facts: The case involves a conviction for gang rape under Section 376(2)(g) IPC and other charges. The trial court’s conviction was upheld despite some prosecution witnesses turning hostile.
Issue: Whether a conviction can be overturned solely because a prosecution witness turned hostile.
Observation: The Supreme Court held that the testimony of a prosecution witness cannot be entirely disregarded merely due to their hostility. The Court affirmed the conviction based on corroborative evidence, including the victim’s statements and medical evidence, even though the witness had been cross-examined.