MUZAFFARNAGAR: A 24-year-old woman was allegedly gang-raped by four men after being given an intoxicating substance in a village in Muzaffarnagar district of Uttar Pradesh on Saturday. The incident occurred when the woman had gone to the fields to collect animal fodder, according to a news agency report.
According to the complaint filed by the victim, she was administered an intoxicating substance and subsequently gang-raped by the accused, officials said. The woman was later found in a nearby forested area during a search conducted by her family after she did not return home. She was taken to a hospital for treatment, officials added.
A case has been registered under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) against Umer and his associates, who are currently absconding, said Senior Superintendent of Police Sanjay Kumar. Kumar said three police teams have been formed to trace and arrest the accused. He added that further investigation in the case is underway.
Police Action and Investigation
The police have launched a manhunt for the four accused, identified as Umer and his associates. Three dedicated teams are working to apprehend them. The victim is receiving medical care and her statement has been recorded. Authorities have assured strict action against the perpetrators.
Community Response
The incident has sparked outrage in the local community, with demands for swift justice. The police have urged calm and assured that all efforts are being made to bring the accused to book. Further updates are awaited as the investigation progresses.
