Minor Abduction and Gang Rape Incident in Champawat Raises Alarms

A disturbing case in Champawat involves the abduction and gang rape of a minor girl who was attending a wedding. The incident has sparked outrage in the community, leading to a police investigation and demands for justice. The girl was found bound in a room after a search was initiated by her family. Authorities are taking the matter seriously, with a special team formed to capture the suspects. This incident raises significant concerns about safety and security in the region.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 9, 2026, 17:46 IST

Incident Overview

In a shocking incident in Champawat, a minor girl was abducted by three men while attending her friend's wedding on Tuesday. Armed with knives, the assailants took her to a deserted room where they assaulted her throughout the night.

Details of the Abduction

The girl, aged 16, was lured away under false pretenses by the perpetrators as she was preparing to return home. After walking a short distance, they threatened her with sharp weapons and forced her into captivity.

Once in the secluded location, she was physically assaulted, and the attackers took turns abusing her. When she failed to return home, her worried father alerted family members and villagers, prompting a search operation.

Discovery of the Victim

Late at night, around 1:28 AM, the family received a call from the victim's mobile phone, but the call was abruptly disconnected. Following a joint search by locals and police, she was found bound inside a room early on May 6, around 4:00 AM.

During questioning, the victim revealed that the three men from Salai village had assaulted her at knifepoint before locking her in the room and threatening her life as they fled.

According to Police Officer B.S. Bisht, a case has been registered based on the father's complaint, and a female sub-inspector has been assigned to the investigation. Legal actions will proceed based on medical reports and other evidence. A special team has been formed to apprehend the suspects. Following the incident, a large crowd gathered at the police station demanding immediate arrests, leading to increased police presence in the area.