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- A court in Sindhanur sentenced a man to 10 years in prison and a fine of ₹56,000 for rape.
- Judge A. Somashekar of the 3rd Additional District and Sessions Court pronounced the sentence on Tuesday.
- The accused, Shankrappa Basappa Talavar of Hatti village, allegedly entered a house at night on October 28, 2023, after drinking, and committed the crime along with threatening to kill the woman.
- Sindhanur Rural Police registered the case, and CPI Veerareddy filed a charge sheet against the accused after investigation.
- The court ordered that ₹50,000 of the fine amount be paid to the victim, showing compensation for survivors is built into the punishment.
What to watch next
- Whether the accused appeals the sentence
- Payment of the ₹50,000 fine amount to the victim
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Named India · Shankrappa Basappa Talawar · 3rd Additional District and Sessions Court · A. Somashekhara · Manjunatha Bherigi · Sindhanur · Sindhanur Rural Police Station · Veerareddy
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