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Masked Man Rapes Woman at Gunpoint in Bhubaneswar Apartment; Police Launch Manhunt
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News18•01-10-2026, 22:45
Masked Man Rapes Woman at Gunpoint in Bhubaneswar Apartment; Police Launch Manhunt
- •A 26-year-old woman was allegedly raped at gunpoint by a "masked man" in her rented flat in Bhubaneswar.
- •The incident occurred on Wednesday night when the victim opened the door, assuming it was her sister.
- •Bhubaneswar DCP Saravana Vivek M confirmed the woman lives with her elder sister, and the owner resides on another floor.
- •Police have formed multiple teams, are examining CCTV footage, and have conducted a medical examination and recorded the victim's statement.
- •The opposition BJD has submitted a memorandum to the Bhubaneswar DCP, demanding the immediate arrest of the culprit and raising concerns about women's safety.
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The suspect knocked on the door on Wednesday night, and the victim opened it thinking it was her elder sister returning home.
Police have conducted a medical examination of the victim, recorded her statement, formed multiple teams, and are examining nearby CCTV footage to identify and trace the accused.
The opposition BJD submitted a memorandum to the Bhubaneswar DCP demanding the immediate arrest of the culprit and expressed deep concern over women's safety.
