Gang Rape Survivor Seriously Injured After Being Thrown From Roof in Bihar

A 30-year-old woman in Bihar's Begusarai district, who had previously survived a gang rape, suffered serious injuries after being thrown from a building rooftop. According to officials, the incident prompted law enforcement to register a case and make an arrest based on the victim's statement.

Arrest and Ongoing Investigation

Police identified the arrested individual as Bhongal Kumar, also referred to as Bhogal Kumar, who is a neighbor of the survivor. Begusarai deputy police superintendent Nikhil Kumar stated that authorities filed a case against two attackers and are currently interrogating the detained suspect while the investigation continues.

Alleged Pressure and Previous Assault

The victim's family reported that they faced continuous threats and pressure to compromise or withdraw the gang rape complaint filed following an attack on June 11. According to the husband, attackers arrived late on Monday, took his wife to the upper floor, and threw her down in what he suspected to be a revenge assault before fleeing as people gathered.

Political Reaction

The incident drew criticism from opposition figures. Leader of the Opposition Tejashwi Yadav condemned the state government regarding women's safety and law and order, questioning the administration's failure to protect a complainant from further violence.