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DNA Evidence Clears Man Accused of Rape After 17 Months in Jail

In a remarkable case from Mumbai, a restaurant worker spent 17 months in jail after being accused of raping and impregnating his 19-year-old deaf and mute neighbor. On January 25, 2022, a sessions court granted him bail after DNA evidence conclusively proved that he was not the father of the teenager’s child.

Case Background

The incident came to light in July 2019 when the young woman, a class 7 student, complained of stomach pain. Her teacher informed her father, who then took her to a doctor. A series of medical tests revealed she was six months pregnant.

When questioned, the teen communicated through sign language that five or six months earlier, the accused had allegedly taken her to his house, sexually assaulted her, and photographed her. The family lodged a complaint, and the man was arrested on August 1, 2019.

Court Proceedings

Despite the prosecution’s argument that the accused exploited the teen’s vulnerability, the DNA evidence played a decisive role. The court noted that the DNA report excluded the accused as the biological father of the child.

The sessions court, in its ruling, stated:
“The chargesheet has been filed, and the trial will take time. Considering the DNA report, the prayer for bail is allowed.”

Bail Conditions

The court granted bail on a surety of ₹30,000, imposing strict conditions:

  • The accused must not contact the complainant or visit her.
  • He must appear for every court hearing.
  • Proof of residence, phone number, Aadhaar card, and voter ID must be submitted.

Impact of the Case

This case highlights the importance of scientific evidence in ensuring justice. While the accused was freed, the prolonged incarceration raises questions about the system’s reliance on circumstantial evidence and the potential for misuse.

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