"The Supreme Court while concluding that the prosecution had proven the guilt of the accused beyond reasonable doubt, held the following: Circumstantial Evidence: Since the prosecution's case is based on direct evidence, the failure to prove circumstantial evidence beyond reasonable doubt is immaterial. Sentencing: The Court stated that the Trial Court and High Court did not adequately consider both mitigating and aggravating circumstances. The Supreme Court noted there exists a possibility of reform ssince it was the appelant's first offence and his behaviour in prison was satisfactory. Other Issues: Minor discrepancies or contradictions in the testimonies of eye-witnesses were not of such nature as to persuade the Court in disbelieving their testimonies entirely."