The horrifying murder of a nine-year-old girl in West Bengal has sent shockwaves through the nation, highlighting a disturbing reality of violence against women in the state. The young girl, who was allegedly raped and murdered, was found with blood stains all over her body, according to her relative. She had gone missing while returning from her tuition on Friday evening, and her body was later discovered in a canal in Kultali village.
The girl’s family accused the police of neglecting their pleas for help when the father reported her missing. They claimed that the police refused to listen to him and directed him to another police station. This alleged negligence has further fueled public anger and outrage.
Meanwhile, the accused, who was apprehended by the police, confessed to the crime. The man had reportedly befriended the girl in the days leading up to the tragedy, offering her ice cream and attempting to win her trust. On the fateful evening, he gave her a ride on his bicycle and took her to an unknown location, where the horrific act occurred.
The police acted swiftly after receiving the complaint and arrested the accused following an initial investigation. They are currently conducting further investigations into the incident.
However, the tragedy sparked a wave of violent protests in the village. An enraged mob targeted the Mahismari police outpost, setting it ablaze and pelting police officers with stones. They also vandalized several vehicles parked outside the outpost, forcing the police to retreat.
A large contingent of police was deployed to the area to quell the unrest. Tear gas shells were fired to disperse the mob, who had attempted to confine the SDPO and other senior officers.
Union minister Sukanta Majumdar expressed his shock and disgust over the incident, stating that women in West Bengal are not safe and that they are being killed even during a period considered auspicious for women. The incident has once again brought to light the urgent need for stricter measures to ensure the safety and security of women in the state.
