Amid the ongoing protests over the rape and murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Hospital, a new claim of another rape and murder incident involving a girl named Ankita Bauri has emerged. The rumour, alleging that Bauri was assaulted and killed on the night of August 14 while returning from a protest, sparked widespread outrage on social media. In response, Purba Bardhaman Police issued a refutation on August 17, asserting that no such incident occurred. In a post on X, the police clarified that the claims were false and stated that strong action would be taken against those spreading these rumours. They emphasised their commitment to ensuring the safety and security of women in the region. Kolkata Doctor Rape-Murder Case: BJP Calls for Mamata Banerjee’s Resignations, Doctors To Continue Protest Over Murder of Woman Doctor at RG Kar Medical College.
Netizen Reports Rape and Murder of Ankita Bauri After Protest
A girl named Ankita Bauri, a student of Burdhwan University, West Bengal, was returning home after taking part in the march to seek justice for Dr. Moumita•
She was raped and brutally murdered. The goons crushed hei face with a stone so that no one could recognize.
— Ridhimaa (@ridhima_z) August 16, 2024
Police Deny Rumors of Rape and Murder
The fact is that no such incident of rape and murder of girl named Ankita Bauri has happened in Burdwan. Strong action is being taken against people for spreading such rumours. Purba Burdwan police is committed to the safety and security of women.
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— Purba Bardhaman Police (@BurdwanPolice) August 17, 2024
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