The brother of Sadiq Jamal, who was killed in a purported fake encounter in Gujarat, has strongly opposed the closure of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) case related to the incident. In a petition filed before the Gujarat High Court, the brother contended that the investigation was not conducted properly and that the closure report should not be accepted.
Background of the Case
Sadiq Jamal was killed in an encounter by the Gujarat Police in 2003. The police claimed that he was a terrorist, but later investigations suggested that the encounter was fake. The case was handed over to the CBI in 2004, but the agency recently filed a closure report stating that there was insufficient evidence to prosecute the police officers involved.
Petitioner's Arguments
The brother of the deceased has raised multiple objections to the closure report. He argues that the CBI failed to examine key witnesses and did not consider crucial evidence that pointed to a staged encounter. He also alleged that the investigation was biased and that the closure report was filed under pressure.
- The CBI ignored statements from eyewitnesses who claimed that Jamal was unarmed at the time of the encounter.
- Forensic evidence that contradicted the police version of events was not given due weight.
- The agency did not investigate the role of senior police officials who allegedly orchestrated the encounter.
Legal Implications
The petition seeks to set aside the closure report and order a fresh investigation into the matter. The High Court is expected to hear the case in the coming weeks. The outcome could have significant implications for the prosecution of police officers involved in alleged fake encounters.
Human rights activists have also condemned the CBI's decision to close the case, calling it a setback for justice. They have urged the court to ensure a thorough probe into the incident.
