In a shocking incident in Odisha’s Kandhamal district, a 14 year-old girl, studying in Class 9, was allegedly raped inside a car by a man in Daringbadi, police informed on Sunday.
The incident occurred on Friday evening (September 5) when the minor girl went to Daringbadi market to witness Ganesh Puja immersion procession, according to the police.
The girl had visited her elder sister’s home in Daringbadi area and later she to watch the Ganesh Visarjan. While returning home, she accepted a lift from a man, who allegedly raped her inside the vehicle. He then threatened to kill her if she revealed the incident to anyone, an official said.
A complaint in this regard was filed at Daringbadi police station, the police added.
Meanwhile, the police have started investigation after recording the girl’s statement and conducting her medical examination.
The accused, a married man, is currently absconding, police further informed.
Kandhamal SP Harisha B C, commenting on the gruesome incident, said, “The matter is under investigation. We will nab the accused soon.”
