In a shocking turn of events from karnataka, India, a man named suresh has been acquitted of murder charges after spending 1.5 years in jail, only to discover that his wife, presumed dead, is alive and living with another man. The case, highlighted by the social media account Ekamnyaay, has sparked outrage and a legal battle, with suresh now seeking ₹5 crore in compensation for the injustice he endured. This article delves into the details of the case, the judicial process, and the broader implications for the legal system.
Suresh, a resident of Kodagu, karnataka, found himself at the center of a harrowing ordeal when his wife, Mallige, went missing in late 2020. Months later, the Bettadapura police discovered an unidentified woman’s body in the Mysuru district, leading them to suspect suresh of murder. Based on allegations of subjecting Mallige to mental and physical cruelty due to suspicions of infidelity, and claims that he had killed her on october 19, 2020, and disposed of her body, suresh was arrested. He was charged under Sections 498A (cruelty), 302 (murder), and 201 (causing disappearance of evidence) of the indian Penal Code (IPC) and remained in judicial custody for 1.5 years.
The case took a dramatic turn in april 2025 when one of Suresh’s relatives discovered Mallige alive in Madikeri. During a hearing before the Sessions court, suresh requested the court to summon his wife to appear. Following her production, the court conducted a thorough inquiry, recording statements from Mallige, her mother, and other witnesses. It was established that Mallige was indeed alive, and the accusations against suresh were proven false. The court subsequently acquitted suresh on april 23, 2025, and directed the Superintendent of police, Mysuru, to submit a report. Additionally, the court ordered the police to pay suresh ₹1 lakh as compensation for the wrongful imprisonment.
Dissatisfied with the meager compensation of ₹1 lakh, suresh has escalated the matter to the karnataka High court, challenging the adequacy of the relief granted. He is now seeking ₹5 crore in compensation, arguing that the Sessions Court’s order of acquittal was premature and legally unsustainable, as it was issued without completing the trial. Suresh’s petition also demands disciplinary action against the erring police officials who framed him and requests that the word "accused" in the court’s judgment be replaced with "victim." The case has drawn attention to the mental and financial toll of his wrongful imprisonment, with reports indicating that his family, including his brother, who abandoned education to support their younger sister, has suffered significantly.
The case has generated widespread discussion on social media, with many expressing support for Suresh’s demand for substantial compensation. Comments on the Ekamnyaay post suggest that the money should be deducted from the salaries or pensions of the responsible police and judicial officials, rather than burdening taxpayers. Others have called for accountability, with some advocating for legal action against the police and judge involved. The incident has also raised questions about the fairness of the legal process and the need for reforms to prevent such miscarriages of justice.
Suresh, a resident of Kodagu, karnataka, found himself at the center of a harrowing ordeal when his wife, Mallige, went missing in late 2020. Months later, the Bettadapura police discovered an unidentified woman’s body in the Mysuru district, leading them to suspect suresh of murder. Based on allegations of subjecting Mallige to mental and physical cruelty due to suspicions of infidelity, and claims that he had killed her on october 19, 2020, and disposed of her body, suresh was arrested. He was charged under Sections 498A (cruelty), 302 (murder), and 201 (causing disappearance of evidence) of the indian Penal Code (IPC) and remained in judicial custody for 1.5 years.
The case took a dramatic turn in april 2025 when one of Suresh’s relatives discovered Mallige alive in Madikeri. During a hearing before the Sessions court, suresh requested the court to summon his wife to appear. Following her production, the court conducted a thorough inquiry, recording statements from Mallige, her mother, and other witnesses. It was established that Mallige was indeed alive, and the accusations against suresh were proven false. The court subsequently acquitted suresh on april 23, 2025, and directed the Superintendent of police, Mysuru, to submit a report. Additionally, the court ordered the police to pay suresh ₹1 lakh as compensation for the wrongful imprisonment.
Dissatisfied with the meager compensation of ₹1 lakh, suresh has escalated the matter to the karnataka High court, challenging the adequacy of the relief granted. He is now seeking ₹5 crore in compensation, arguing that the Sessions Court’s order of acquittal was premature and legally unsustainable, as it was issued without completing the trial. Suresh’s petition also demands disciplinary action against the erring police officials who framed him and requests that the word "accused" in the court’s judgment be replaced with "victim." The case has drawn attention to the mental and financial toll of his wrongful imprisonment, with reports indicating that his family, including his brother, who abandoned education to support their younger sister, has suffered significantly.
The case has generated widespread discussion on social media, with many expressing support for Suresh’s demand for substantial compensation. Comments on the Ekamnyaay post suggest that the money should be deducted from the salaries or pensions of the responsible police and judicial officials, rather than burdening taxpayers. Others have called for accountability, with some advocating for legal action against the police and judge involved. The incident has also raised questions about the fairness of the legal process and the need for reforms to prevent such miscarriages of justice.
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