India, June 18 -- The trial in the Nasrapur minor rape and murder case entered its final stage on Wednesday after the prosecution informed the court that it had completed the presentation of evidence against the accused.

According to the prosecution, the investigation was completed and the chargesheet filed before the Pune District and Sessions Court within 16 days of the offence being registered. The court framed charges and commenced trial proceedings.

The prosecution, led by special public prosecutor Ajay Misar and advocate Prathamesh Shingane, examined 55 witnesses and completed their cross-examination within 16 days of the start of evidence. More than 355 documents were produced and exhibited before the court.

Key witnesses includ...