India
Further probe ordered into plea against Unnao rape victim, kin
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A Delhi court has ordered further investigation into allegations made by the kin of an accused in the 2017 Unnao rape case against the victim and her family. The court noted "multiple lacunas" and a "lack of crucial witness examination" in the chargesheet submitted by the police. The investigation and chargesheet were deemed insufficient due to procedural lapses and shortcomings, prompting the court to direct further investigation.