Jharkhand: Protests Erupt Over Rape and Murder of Minor Girl in Jamtara, Perpetrator Arrested
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Synopsis
The brutal rape and murder of a 10-year-old girl in Jamtara, Jharkhand, triggered massive protests as villagers demanded justice. The accused, Madan Bauri, was arrested after extensive police efforts, leading to a further escalation of anger among the local community.
Key Takeaways
- Villagers protested for justice following the crime.
- The accused has a history of violent behavior.
- The girl's body was found under disturbing circumstances.
- Protests escalated after the return of the victim's body.
- Witnesses provided key information leading to the arrest.
Jamtara, Feb 17 (NationPress) A wave of outrage swept through Jamtara in Jharkhand on Monday after the brutal rape and murder of a 10-year-old girl. This tragic event ignited extensive protests, with locals flooding the streets to seek justice for the young victim.
On that day, grieving villagers paraded the girl's body in a procession, obstructing the Dumka-Nala road and compelling nearby businesses to shut down. The initially peaceful demonstration turned chaotic when police intervened to disperse the crowd, resulting in clashes and stone-throwing by the furious protesters.
The protests came to a halt only after the apprehension of the accused, Madan Bauri, by the police. His arrest followed tireless efforts by law enforcement, who conducted searches at various locations on Sunday to locate him.
During the investigation, family members of the accused and local residents were interrogated. The breakthrough occurred on Monday when Bauri was finally taken into custody.
The young girl's body was found on Sunday in the Bhadarbudi forest. A class 3 student from Dabar village under the Nala police station's area, she had been reported missing since Saturday. Her body was discovered amidst chip packets and crisp wrappers, indicating she might have been lured with snacks.
This shocking incident prompted visits from SDPO Manoj Kumar Mahto and Nala police station chief Pradeep Rana to the village. The situation escalated when the girl's body was returned home after the postmortem on Monday, further inciting anger and renewed demands for justice from villagers, who blocked the road, calling for the immediate arrest of the perpetrator and his execution.
Witnesses reported seeing the accused, Madan Bauri, in the company of the victim on Saturday, offering her a packet of chips. This significant lead, along with the recovery of a blood-stained T-shirt from Bauri's home, played a crucial role in the investigation.
The 40-year-old suspect, known for his violent behavior, had a past of incarceration for assaulting his second wife. Both of his former spouses had left him due to his aggressive nature.
