The police in Rajasthan’s Bikaner district have detained a man linked to the murder of a 13-year-old girl who was heading to her Class 8 board exam. The minor went missing on February 21 while en route to an examination center, sparking a search operation. Her body was discovered not far from the village where she lived.
The incident stirred controversy in the Vidhan Sabha, with the opposition urging action against such brutal crimes. Superintendent of Police Kavendra Singh Sagar revealed that after an extensive three-day investigation, technical analysis, and questioning, the police made a breakthrough. CCTV footage showed the suspect in the vicinity during the incident, raising suspicions.
Initially providing false information about his whereabouts, the accused later admitted to strangling the girl after thorough verification. Authorities suspect a possible sexual assault, pending confirmation from post-mortem and medical reports. Investigations are ongoing to delve into other aspects of the case.
The Bikaner Police are committed to a fair and prompt investigation, vowing strict legal measures against the perpetrator. Meanwhile, protests by family members and villagers demanding justice and compensation have delayed the post-mortem. The community is demanding swift action and the arrest of the accused before allowing the post-mortem to proceed.
Political figures, including representatives from Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), have joined the protests. MLA Anshuman Singh Bhati assured that the culprits would face consequences, following discussions with senior officials and the Home Minister. Various leaders participated in the demonstration, emphasizing the need for justice in the tragic case.
