Disabled Woman Gang-Raped in Jogendranagar; Husband Arrested, Five Others Absconding

Agartala, Mar 19: In a shocking and horrific incident, a 75% disabled woman from Jogendranagar was allegedly gang-raped by her husband and five of his friends. The police have arrested the accused husband, while the remaining perpetrators are still absconding.

According to reports, the victim lodged a written complaint at Amtali Women’s Police Station on March 14, detailing the brutal assault. She alleged that her husband, Subrata Dey, conspired with his five friends to commit the crime. Following her complaint, the police launched an investigation and promptly arrested the accused husband. However, the other five suspects are yet to be apprehended.

Based on the woman’s statement, the police have registered a case against all six accused under multiple sections of the Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita, including Section 64(2)(d) (Rape), Section 70(1) (Gang Rape), Section 115(2) (Voluntary Hurt), and Section 3(5) (Criminal Act Committed by Several People with Common Intent).

The incident has sparked outrage in the local community, with demands for swift justice and strict punishment for the accused. Women’s rights activists have condemned the brutality of the crime and called for immediate action to ensure the arrest of all the culprits.

Meanwhile, police officials have assured that efforts are underway to track down the remaining accused. The investigation is ongoing, and further legal action will be taken based on the findings.