Overview
- The case involves the alleged rape of an orphaned, mentally challenged woman in Patharghat, according to police.
- Police identified the accused as Rafikul Islam and arrested him shortly after the reported assault at a labour camp.
- During an escorted movement near Rani Ghuli, police said Islam tried to snatch a weapon and flee, leading to firing that injured him and two policemen.
- The injured accused was treated at Kokrajhar RNB Civil Hospital and then shifted to Kokrajhar Medical College and Hospital for advanced care.
- A 12-hour shutdown called by the World Hindu Federation’s district committee halted most activity, as authorities enforced Section 163 curbs, held a peace meeting, formed an SIT, set up a control room and warned against rumours.