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Death for 5-yr-old’s rapist, West Bengal's 5th since RG Kar case

IndiaTimes Sunday, 19 January 2025
In Bengal's Hooghly, a Pocso court sentenced a man to death for raping and murdering a five-year-old girl, marking the fifth such verdict in the state since August. These convictions, based on strong evidence, aim to ensure justice and safety for minors. Legal experts emphasize that emotions should not influence justice despite quicker trials.
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