Shocking Incident: Differently-Abled Woman Victimized in Puri

In a distressing incident in Puri, a differently-abled woman was allegedly raped by a 56-year-old man while her family attended a wedding. The police have arrested the suspect, Rabi Tripathy, and an investigation is underway. This shocking case highlights the vulnerabilities faced by individuals with disabilities. Read on for more details about this alarming situation and the ongoing legal proceedings.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 15, 2025, 09:14 IST

Alarming Case of Assault in Puri

Puri: Authorities reported that a 56-year-old man has been accused of raping a differently-abled woman within the jurisdiction of Balanga police on Saturday.

Balanga IIC Dibyaranjan Panda stated that the alleged crime occurred late on Friday night when most of the victim's family members were away attending a wedding.

The accused, identified as Rabi Tripathy, took advantage of the absence of the family and assaulted her, according to the police complaint lodged by the victim's relatives.

Following the complaint, law enforcement has initiated a case and apprehended the suspect. "Rabi has undergone a medical examination, and the survivor's statement has been documented. The investigation is ongoing," Panda confirmed.