Rourkela: Police arrested a 70-year-old man on Friday night for allegedly raping two minor girls in the city. According to authorities, the accused, a neighbor of the victims, lured the girls—aged six and seven—to his house on Thursday afternoon under the pretext of offering them cold drinks. He was alone at the time.
Incident Details
Police stated that the man took the girls into a room, locked the door from the inside, and sexually assaulted them. The girls went missing from outside their home around 1 pm, prompting family members to search for them. They discovered the children's slippers outside the accused's house, raising suspicion. Relatives and locals knocked on his door, entered, rescued the girls, and confronted the man.
Legal Action
The accused was handed over to police. A case has been registered, and an investigation is underway. Both the victims and the accused have undergone medical examinations. Inspector-in-charge Baidyanath Sahoo confirmed, "The accused has been arrested and further investigation is in progress."
Community Response
The incident has shocked the local community, highlighting concerns about child safety. Authorities have urged residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities.
