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A shocking case of abduction and gangrape has surfaced from the Gumla district of Jharkhand, sending waves of fear and anger through the local community. What was supposed to be a safe journey home from a celebration turned into a life-altering nightmare for two minor girls.

Here is a breakdown of the incident and the current status of the investigation.

How the Incident Unfolded

The crime took place on Wednesday night in the Kamdara police station area. The two victims, both minors, were returning from a wedding ceremony on a two-wheeled vehicle with two other friends.

As they reached near Arhara village, they were intercepted by four men traveling in a four-wheeler. The men forcibly stopped them and dragged three of the girls into their car.

The Assault

According to the police, the accused drove the girls to a secluded, deserted spot on the banks of the Balaghat Koel River. There, away from any public view, the men allegedly gangraped two of the girls.

Police Action and Arrests

The victims managed to report the matter, leading to immediate action by the Jharkhand police. By Thursday, all four accused were tracked down and arrested.

Key Investigation Details:

Arrests: 4 men have been apprehended.

Origins: The accused are reportedly residents of various parts of the neighboring Simdega district.

Legal Charges: The police have registered a case under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the POCSO Act (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act).

Current Status: All four accused have been sent to judicial custody.

The Aftermath

Kamdara Police Station In-charge Mukesh Kumar confirmed that the survivors’ statements have been recorded and the investigation is moving swiftly to ensure justice. This incident has once again sparked a debate about the safety of women and minors in rural Jharkhand, especially late at night.

As the survivors begin their long road to recovery, the community is demanding the strictest possible punishment for the perpetrators to set a strong precedent.


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