CBI Takes Over Kolkata Rape-Murder Case; Protests Continue Over Evidence Tampering

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:07am on 14 Aug 2024,Wednesday India

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has taken charge of the Kolkata rape-murder case involving a trainee doctor from RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. This follows a Calcutta High Court directive amid claims of evidence tampering and initial misrepresentation of the death as a suicide. Protests continue, led by medical professionals and student bodies demanding stronger protections for doctors and an investigation into alleged attempts to destroy evidence. The victim, found with severe injuries and signs of sexual assault, was reportedly subjected to violent assault before her death. A suspect, Sanjay Roy, has been arrested.

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