GUWAHATI: An incident of physical assault, harassment, and blackmail was reported to Basistha Police Station on December 11, 2024. The complainant, a resident of Mailgaon, who chose to remain anonymous, claimed he was attacked by a group of seven individuals near Dreamland Park, Khanapara, on December 6 between 10:30 and 11:30 PM.
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According to the complaint, the victim was dropping off his partner when a visibly intoxicated man approached them and demanded money. Upon their refusal, the man threatened to accuse them of immoral activities. He then called his accomplices, who arrived shortly after, snatched the victim's scooter keys and phone, and physically assaulted him. The group also allegedly harassed the female partner, touching her inappropriately.
The complainant further alleged that the prime accused, identified as Mridul Rabha from Koinadhora, Khanapara, had been stalking his partner on multiple occasions as she commuted from her workplace. The group reportedly filmed the incident, with the video being uploaded to Instagram.
"We sent a team to apprehend the accused, but he was not at his residence. The investigation is in its early stages, and further details will be provided as the case progresses," said an official from Basistha Police Station.
The names of the other six accused remain unknown. Further details are awaited as the investigation is on.