Four Arrested in Gang Rape Case of Minors in Jharkhand

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Ganpat Singh Chouhan

Giridih, February 5: In a significant development, police in Giridih district of Jharkhand have arrested four individuals in connection with the gang rape of two tribal minors that occurred on January 25. Additionally, four other juveniles involved in the incident have been detained.

During a press conference on Thursday, Superintendent of Police Dr. Bimal Kumar announced the formation of a special investigation team (SIT) due to the severity of the crime. The team, which focused on technical evidence, apprehended Rajesh Murmu (26) and Ravilal Tudu (23) from Manjhladih village, along with Sanjay Tudu (21) and Sohan Tudu (23) from Machiyara village in Dhanbad district.

Furthermore, four juveniles implicated in the conspiracy were detained under the Juvenile Justice Act. After the incident, the victims reported to the police; however, due to the darkness, they were initially unable to clearly identify the assailants. In response to this challenging situation, an SIT was formed under the leadership of Dumri SDPO Sumit Kumar, which included experienced officers and female police personnel from various police stations.

The investigation team conducted a thorough examination of the crime scene, surrounding areas, and the fair site. Female officers engaged with the victims, leading to the discovery of crucial clues. It was revealed that one of the victims had met her former boyfriend prior to the incident. Based on both technical and human intelligence, police located the boy, who was found to be a minor.

During questioning conducted in the presence of the Child Protection Department, the juvenile admitted that he had prompted eight young men and boys to carry out the crime. This information led to the arrest of the four adult suspects, while four juveniles were detained. SP Dr. Bimal Kumar stated that these arrests mark a significant step towards justice, assuring that strict action will be taken against all individuals involved in the case. He also emphasized that the safety and confidentiality of the victims are being prioritized.

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