Systemic Failures in Justice: The Kolkata Police's Mishandling of a Trainee Doctor’s Murder Case
The recent developments in the rape and murder case of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital have brought to light alarming deficiencies in the investigative processes of the Kolkata Police. The Supreme Court's serious concerns underscore a critical failure that not only jeopardizes the pursuit of justice in this particular case but also threatens public confidence in the legal and law enforcement systems at large. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta's observations about the discrepancies in crime scene handling and the delayed securing of the area are particularly troubling. The fact that the Daily Diary entry was made early in the morning, yet the crime scene remained unsecured until late evening, suggests a significant lapse in protocol. Such delays can lead to contamination or alteration of evidence, which appears to have occurred here, as indicated by the CBI's report of crucial evidence being “altered” before their involvement. Chief Justice DY Chandrachu...