Survivor in suicide pact punishable: Supreme Court upholds boyfriend's conviction in actress Prathyusha death case
The Supreme Court has upheld the conviction of the boyfriend of late actress Prathyusha in connection with her death, ruling that a survivor of a suicide pact can still face criminal punishment under Indian law. The case dates back to 2002, when the young Telugu actress was found dead under suspicious circumstances. Her boyfriend, who survived the alleged suicide pact, was prosecuted for abetment of suicide. After years of legal proceedings, the apex court confirmed that surviving a suicide agreement does not grant immunity from liability if evidence proves involvement in encouraging or facilitating the act. The Court emphasized that each case must be examined based on facts, conduct, and available evidence. This judgment brings long-pending closure to a high-profile case and clarifies the legal position on suicide pacts and criminal responsibility under the Indian Penal Code.
The Key points
- Supreme Court upheld the boyfriend’s conviction in Prathyusha death case.
- Actress Prathyusha died in 2002 in an alleged suicide pact.
- The boyfriend survived the incident and faced prosecution.
- Court ruled survivors of suicide pacts can be punished.
- Conviction relates to abetment of suicide under IPC.
- Evidence and conduct were key factors in judgment.
- Long legal battle finally concluded at apex court level.
- Court clarified legal stance on suicide agreements.
- Judgment reinforces accountability in abetment cases.
- Decision sets precedent for similar future cases in India.
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