State of Maharashtra vs Aditya Sukumar Sidnale — 79/2025

Summary of Case 79/2025 - State of Maharashtra v. Aditya Sukumar Sidnale and Jaywardhan Alies Sarjerao Ravindra Kamble Decision: The court acquitted both accused Aditya Sukumar Sidnale and Jaywardhan (alias Sarjerao Ravindra Kamble) under IPC sections 303(2) and 3(5), finding insufficient evidence to prove the theft of a buffalo beyond reasonable doubt. The prosecution failed to establish a prima facie case as the sole witness (complainant) refused to cooperate, and no corroborating evidence was presented. Key Reasoning: The complainant withdrew cooperation with the prosecution and claimed an out-of-court settlement with the accused. The prosecution presented no substantive witness testimony or direct/indirect evidence linking the accused to the alleged theft. Applying the principle of benefit of doubt, the court found the charges unproven beyond reasonable suspicion. This case analysis is maintained by casestatus.in based on publicly available court records.