Belthangady: The Special Investigation Team (SIT) on Monday completed a search operation near the Netravati river bathing ghat in the presence of the key witness and complainant in the case. The team returned with sealed samples believed to be human remains.

According to sources, Monday’s operation was conducted deep inside a forested area, where decomposed body parts were reportedly found. The recovered remains have been sealed and taken for further forensic examination.

Three sealed buckets and another sealed long pack were transported from the spot. However, officials have not shared any detailed information regarding the nature or identity of the recovered remains so far.

The search was conducted in the area pointed out by the witness, which was the eleventh location identified during the investigation. Excavation work was carried out at the site he indicated.

No further information was shared or made public by official regarding the operation and findings of Monday.

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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.