In a distressing incident that has shaken the Khardaha area, a 19-year-old woman has accused two men of gang-raping her after they met during a protest. The victim, who initially connected with the accused at a rally demanding justice for a murdered doctor, grew close to one of the men, Shubham Dhar, through Facebook interactions.
The 19-year-old victim met Shubham Dhar and Argha Das during a protest demanding justice for a young doctor who was raped and murdered. The three had raised slogans together at the event.
Following the protest, the victim and Shubham Dhar became friends on Facebook. Their online interactions grew more intimate over time, establishing a deeper connection.
On a Saturday night, Shubham Dhar and Argha Das allegedly visited the victim’s home in Khardaha. The men reportedly intoxicated the young woman before sexually assaulting her.
The assault was recorded on video, which the accused allegedly used to blackmail the victim, threatening to release the footage if she reported the crime.
Despite the intimidation, the victim filed a complaint with the Khardaha police station on Sunday. Her courage led to the initiation of legal proceedings against the accused.
Following the complaint, the Khardaha police arrested Shubham Dhar and Argha Das. Both men are residents of Belgharia and are now in custody.
The accused were brought before the Barrackpore sub-divisional court on Monday. The judge ordered a five-day police custody for both suspects.
The victim was examined at Balaram Seva Mandir Hospital in Khardaha. The medical examination is part of the evidence collection process for the ongoing investigation.
The incident has caused an uproar in Khardaha, with local residents and activists expressing outrage and calling for increased vigilance and justice.
Dr. Kaushik Ray, who conducted the medical examination, voiced concern over the persistence of such crimes. He stressed the need for societal awakening and greater attention to these serious issues.