Assam Man Arrested for Rape in Karnataka
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Synopsis
A man from Assam has been arrested in Karnataka for allegedly raping a 20-year-old woman in Ramanagar. The suspect was caught after attempting to flee the scene as locals came to help the victim. This incident adds to the growing concerns about increasing crime rates in the state.
Key Takeaways
- Manzoor Alam arrested for rape.
- Incident occurred in Bidadi.
- Victim suffered severe injuries.
- Local residents intervened during the incident.
- Concerns raised over rising crime rates.
Bengaluru, Jan 29 (NationPress) A man from Assam has been apprehended in Karnataka for the alleged rape of a 20-year-old woman in the region of Ramanagar, as reported by authorities on Wednesday.
The assault occurred in Bidadi town. The suspect has been named as Manzoor Alam, who was employed by a private company.
As per police accounts, the accused forcibly entered the victim's residence while she was bathing. He then dragged her to his home and committed the assault. When the woman cried out for help, local residents rushed to her aid.
The perpetrator tried to escape as a crowd began to gather, but he was swiftly caught, beaten, and turned over to the police. Authorities added that the victim suffered significant blood loss and was promptly taken to a hospital. Further details regarding the incident are awaited.
In another alarming case, a woman waiting for a bus in Bengaluru's K.R. Market was gang-raped and robbed of her jewelry, cash, and mobile phone on January 19.
The Karnataka BJP has called for the resignation of Home Minister G. Parameshwara following reports of a gang-rape incident involving a woman on Tuesday morning in the state.
The BJP has raised concerns about the rising tide of criminal activities in the state and the apparent lack of fear of police.
On January 14, a horrific case of the rape and murder of a six-year-old girl emerged from Bengaluru.
The police arrested 25-year-old Abhishek Kumar from Bihar in connection with this crime, which occurred when the girl's parents were away for work, leaving her alone.
On July 10, 2024, a gang of five men abducted two minor girls and sexually assaulted one of them on the Karnataka-Kerala border in Kodagu district. The other girl managed to escape, and upon receiving this information, the Karnataka Police apprehended all five suspects.
On July 19, 2024, police arrested two individuals for the rape of a minor girl in Yadgir district of Karnataka. The assault occurred when the victim went out to attend to nature's call.
