Penal Code, 1860–Sec. 304-A–Conviction–Appreciation and appropriate sentence–Eye-witnesses stated that the jeep was driven by accused rashly and negligently–Neither any contradiction was found in statement nor they could be shattered in cross-examination–Further, evidence was found corroborated with documentary evidence–Held, conviction was justified–However, the incident occurred in 1993 and petitioner remained in custody for 18 days–
He faced mental agony, harassment and financial burden during the investigation, trial and appeal–Justice would be served in reducing the sentence up to already undergone.
