How Did Police Rescue a 4-Year-Old Kidnapped in Bhubaneswar?
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Synopsis
A four-year-old boy kidnapped in Bhubaneswar was rescued within hours, highlighting the swift response of the Commissionerate Police. This incident marks a worrying trend of child abductions in the area, but the police's rapid action offers hope. Learn more about this sensitive case and its implications.
Key Takeaways
- The police acted swiftly to rescue the child.
- The suspect has been apprehended.
- This incident is part of a troubling trend in Bhubaneswar.
- Ongoing investigations aim to uncover the motives behind the abduction.
- Community awareness is essential for child safety.
Bhubaneswar, May 14 (NationPress) The Commissionerate Police successfully rescued a four-year-old child who had been abducted from Bhoi Nagar in the Saheed Nagar region of Bhubaneswar on Tuesday, just hours after the incident, as reported by Police Commissioner S. Dev Datta Singh on Wednesday.
The suspect, Sonu Nayak, also known as Abhisek Digal (25), hails from Lamonjia under the Raikia police jurisdiction in Kandhamal district and has been taken into custody by the authorities.
During a press briefing, Singh elaborated that upon receiving notification of the crime, the Commissionerate Police promptly mobilized their resources—both human and digital—to resolve the case efficiently.
Describing the kidnapping as a highly sensitive issue, Singh noted that this marks the third instance of child abduction in the twin city over the past two months, with all victims being recovered in a timely manner.
According to police sources, the child's mother, Garita Singh, had been living in Bangalore with her minor sons due to a marital conflict with her husband. She had met the accused during her time in Bangalore. After reconciling with her husband, she returned to Bhubaneswar two months ago and resumed living with him.
The police stated that on May 12, the accused visited Garita's home, and the following day, between 9:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m., he abducted her younger son while he was playing outside with his elder brother, Rehan Mallik, who is eight years old.
After the abduction, the victim's mother attempted to reach the suspect but found his phone turned off.
“Subsequently, the accused met his younger brother, Abhaya Digal, at IDBI Chowk and deceitfully claimed that the kidnapped child was his own son. Unaware of the actual situation and believing the child to be his nephew (as the accused had been estranged from the family for 15 years), Abhaya took them to his rented home in Tarini Nagar, located in the Saliasahi area. The minor was later recovered, and the suspect was arrested,” explained the Commissionerate police.
The investigation is ongoing to determine the motivations behind the child's abduction.
Point of View
It is imperative to maintain a balanced view on sensitive issues like child abductions. While the swift action of the police deserves recognition, the underlying societal issues contributing to such incidents must also be acknowledged. We stand firm in our commitment to ensuring the safety of our children and will continue to report on these critical matters.
NationPress
11/06/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened in Bhubaneswar?
A four-year-old boy was kidnapped from Bhoi Nagar and rescued by the Commissionerate Police within hours.
Who was arrested?
Sonu Nayak, also known as Abhisek Digal, was arrested in connection with the kidnapping.
How did the police respond?
The police mobilized quickly using their resources to resolve the case efficiently.
What is the motive behind the kidnapping?
The investigation is ongoing to determine the reasons for the child's abduction.
Is this a common issue in the area?
Unfortunately, this marks the third child kidnapping case in the twin city in the last two months.
