Assault on Bhubaneswar Police after harassment complaint by woman; multiple cases lodged

The Bhubaneswar Police are investigating a series of incidents following a reported assault on the Bhubaneswar-Cuttack Twin City Commissionerate Police personnel at Tamando on the outskirts of the state capital.

According to reports, police received a complaint involving alleged harassment and misconduct toward a young woman. The complaint was reportedly filed around 10 PM on Tuesday night, prompting immediate police intervention.

Tensions Escalate at Tamando Police Station

Upon receiving the complaint, a PCR van was dispatched to investigate. Sources reported that a group of locals, along with associates of the accused, attempted to damage the PCR van and assault police officers on duty.

Officials confirmed that three additional PCR vans were sent to the site to control the situation and prevent further violence.

The incident also involved counter-complaints from the landlord’s family, who alleged that the young woman had fabricated the misconduct claim while demanding higher rent. These conflicting accusations escalated tensions at the scene, ultimately resulting in the attack on police personnel and damage to official property.

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Legal Action and Detentions

The Commissionerate Police has registered three separate cases following the events. The first complaint involves the original misconduct complaint, the second is registered on the counter-allegation from the landlord’s family, and the third is on the assault on police officers.

As of the last reports, at least five individuals have been detained for questioning. Police are continuing investigations to ascertain the full sequence of events, identify all parties involved, and ensure accountability.

However, no clarity has yet been received regarding the validity of the original harassment complaint, and police are yet to offer any comments on this matter.