CBI Moves Supreme Court Against Acquittal of Police Officers in Udayakumar Custodial Death Case

The Supreme Court has issued notice on a plea filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) challenging the acquittal of police officers in the Udayakumar custodial death case.

The appeal contests a Kerala High Court judgment that had set aside the conviction and death sentences awarded by a CBI trial court. The case relates to the 2005 death of Udayakumar, who allegedly suffered custodial torture.

The Court has sought responses from the accused officers and listed the matter for further hearing.

The outcome will determine whether the acquittal stands or requires reconsideration by the apex court.

[Central Bureau of Investigation v. Jitha Kumar K & Ors.]