Riots case: Delhi court slams prosecution over shoddy probe

A Delhi court criticized the prosecution for inconsistency in a 2020 Delhi riots case, accusing them of a disturbing trend of investigation. The court noted that the investigation officer had recorded fresh statements from complainants, claiming they had initially provided incorrect dates and times. The court expressed concern over the lack of seriousness in the investigation and demanded an explanation from the DCP. The court also questioned how further investigation was being conducted without permission from the court and accused the IO of having a predetermined objective.