Acquitted Muslim freed after 18 years slain minutes after police summons in Uttar Pradesh

Nov 11, 2026

Acquitted after 17 years, Mohammad Sharif was shot dead minutes after leaving police station. His lawyer says officers summoned him then absented themselves, suggesting conspiracy. Activists say it shows acquitted Muslim suspects remain treated as dangerous, demanding impartial inquiry into possible police role. The 2008 Rampur attack case saw serious investigation flaws and significant procedural lapses, the High Court noted.

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