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प्रश्न
Did the police officer have sufficient evidence to convict Aksionov?
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उत्तर
Yes, the blood-stained knife was found in Aksionov’s bag. When interrogated, he turned pale and started shivering. He did not have much to say to prove his innocence. Thus, the circumstantial evidence was sufficient to convict Aksionov.
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