Odisha: Woman Gang-Raped At Gopalpur Beach, 7 Detained
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Police detained seven persons for alleged gang-rape of a young woman at Gopalpur sea beach in Odisha’s Ganjam district on Monday.
Berhampur, June 16: Police detained seven persons for alleged gang-rape of a young woman at Gopalpur sea beach in Odisha’s Ganjam district on Monday.
According to the information, the woman had visited the beach with a male friend. It is alleged that a group of men overpowered and tied up her companion before committing the assault.
The woman lodged an FIR filed at Gopalpur Police Station in this connection.
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✨Police acted swiftly on the complaint and detained seven individuals in connection with the incident. A medical examination of the victim has been initiated as part of the investigation procedure, police said.
“Investigations are going on, strict legal action will be taken against the culprits,” a senior Police Officer said.
The case has raised concerns about women’s safety in public spaces, especially tourist locations in the State.