Kendrapara schoolgirl gang-rape: Four more accused arrested by police

In fresh developing news, police in Rajnagar of Kendrapara district have arrested four more people in connection with the alleged abduction and gang-rape of a schoolgirl. The incident, which unfolded on Raksha Bandhan festival, reportedly began when the victim visited the house of the prime accused, Piyush, and was served a cold drink laced with intoxicants before being forcibly taken away.

The police had detained these 4 accused and with these arrests, the total number of people taken into custody has risen to five. The prime accused, identified as Piyush, was arrested on Monday and produced before court the same day.

Incident on Raksha Bandhan Day

According to police sources, the incident occurred on the day of Raksha Bandhan when the victim had gone to Piyush’s house. It is alleged that she was served a cold drink laced with intoxicants. Following this, she was forcibly taken away and was gang-raped by the five accused.

Police Investigation in Full Swing

Investigators are probing the exact sequence of events and the involvement of others in the case. Kendrapara SP has assured that the case will be handled with utmost seriousness and that all those responsible will face stringent legal action.

The incident has sent shockwaves across Rajnagar, with locals demanding swift justice. Police have appealed to the public to remain calm and cooperate with the investigation, promising transparency and a fair probe.