In a shocking and horrifying incident, a girl in Class IX, from Bajaricha police station in Karimganj, reportedly committed suicide by consuming a poisonous substance on Friday (April 5).
The tragic turn of events escalated further when it was discovered that the deceased girl had allegedly been raped in the post-mortem room of Karimganj Civil Hospital.
Following the girl's suicide, authorities promptly responded, with police and a magistrate arriving at the scene to recover the body.
The body was then transported to the post-mortem room of the Civil Hospital in Karimganj late at night for further examination.
During the subsequent post-mortem examination conducted the next day, doctors uncovered disturbing signs of injury and scarring on various parts of the girl's body, starting from intimate areas.
Anju Ravidas, the brother of the individual responsible for overseeing the post-mortem room, was detained by police, and following interrogation, allegedly confessed to his involvement in the incident.
It's worth noting that the post-mortem room of Karimganj Civil Hospital has been a site of previous complaints regarding mistreatment of the deceased's family members.
However, this latest incident has surpassed all bounds of humanity, sparking widespread shock and condemnation throughout the community.
As investigations into the case continue, authorities are under pressure to ensure justice is served for the victim and her family, and to prevent such abhorrent acts from recurring in the future.