Kolkata doctor's autopsy report reveals evidence of brutal attack, sexual assault
Kolkata: The autopsy report of the postgraduate trainee doctor, who was found dead in the seminar hall of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital on August 9, has revealed extensive injuries and evidence of sexual assault. The report, obtained by India Today, indicates that the victim suffered multiple injuries before death, including forceful penetration.
Key findings from the autopsy include:
- Over 14 injuries were documented on the victim's head, face, neck, arms, and genitals.
- The cause of death was determined to be "manual strangulation associated with smothering."
- Evidence of forceful penetration, indicating sexual assault, was found.
- A "white, thick, viscid liquid" was discovered in the victim's genitalia.
- Haemorrhaging in the lungs and blood clots in the body were noted.
- No fractures were detected.
The case has sparked widespread outrage, leading to protests by medical professionals across West Bengal and beyond. Sanjoy Roy, a civic volunteer with the Kolkata Police, was arrested the day after the incident, and the investigation has since been transferred to the CBI by the Calcutta High Court.
In response to the crime, the West Bengal government has announced several measures to enhance the safety of women in workplaces, particularly in state-run hospitals, including the establishment of 'safe zones' monitored by CCTV.
The Supreme Court is set to hear the case on August 20.
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4 workers die after being buried under coal slurry in Jharkhand's Dhanbad
Dhanbad (Jharkhand) (PTI): At least four workers died after being buried under coal slurry in Jharkhand's Dhanbad district on Saturday, a police official said.
The incident took place at Moonidih coal washery in the command area of Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL).
"Bodies of all four workers were dug out of debris during a rescue operation," Putki police station in-charge Waqar Hussain told PTI.
The incident took place when coal slurry was being loaded into trucks by workers, during which a large chunk of slurry fell and trapped several workers underneath, officials said.
The deceased have been identified as Manik Bauri, Dinesh Bauri, Deepak Bauri, and Hemlal Gope.
Meanwhile, the family members of the deceased and local villagers placed the bodies in front of the washery gate and began a protest.
They demanded compensation, jobs for dependents and action against those responsible for the incident.
Police and administration officials are trying to pacify the protesters, an official said.
