Mon Jan 20 08:47:57 UTC 2025: ## Kolkata Court to Sentence RG Kar Hospital Murderer Today
**Kolkata, West Bengal –** The sentencing of Sanjay Roy, convicted of the rape and murder of a junior doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, is expected today at Sealdah Court. Roy was found guilty on Saturday, nearly six months after his arrest. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), which investigated the case, is strongly urging the court to impose the death penalty, citing the “rarest of rare” nature of the crime and its devastating impact on society.
The high-profile case, which sparked nationwide outrage and protests last August, saw the 31-year-old victim found dead in a hospital seminar room. While the court convicted Roy, junior doctors have expressed concerns about unanswered questions regarding potential other suspects and the motive behind the crime.
Heavy security measures are in place at the Sealdah Court today, with a large police presence to manage public reaction to the verdict. The judge previously indicated that the sentence could be either life imprisonment or the death penalty. Roy himself has proclaimed his innocence, claiming torture and wrongful implication. The court adjourned proceedings this morning until 2:45 pm to announce the final sentence. This live blog will provide updates as the situation unfolds.
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