Dharmasthala mass burial case: SIT uses JCB for excavation near Netravati Ghat
Belthangady: The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the mass burials case has begun excavation near the Netravati bathing ghat, a location identified by the complainant as a possible burial site for the victims’ bodies. The operation is being carried out using a JCB machine, according to official sources.
Heavy rainfall in the region is reportedly hampering the progress of the excavation. Authorities revealed that water is seeping into the site, creating difficulties and limiting the digging to just four feet so far.
Only one location is currently being excavated. Police sources have confirmed that further investigation at other spots will begin only after the operation at the present site is completed.
Due to the proximity to the river, the sand is slipping and water is coming in, so a JCB will be used to carry out the excavation process, said officials.
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Minor girl kidnapped and raped; main accused and two cafe owners held
Latur (PTI): A minor girl was allegedly kidnapped and raped by an 18-year-old man in Latur, leading to the arrest of the main accused and owners of two cafes where the crime occurred on December 4, police said on Saturday.
Police traced the girl within hours of registering the complaint. The accused, identified as Rihan Gulab Shaikh, was arrested based on the girl's complaint. Two others are owners of two cafes where the crime occurred, police said.
Police registered a case under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS), POCSO Act, and the Prevention of Atrocities Act, an official said.
