Kolkata hospital horror: '5 arrested in RG Kar Hospital vandalism through social media feedback'
Times of India | 16 August 2024
KOLKATA: The Kolkata Police has made progress in the RG Kar Hospital vandalism investigation by apprehending 19 people in connection with the case.
The authorities have acknowledged the vital role played by social media in identifying five suspects, crediting public feedback for this breakthrough.
To further the investigation, the police have reached out to the community, urging them to inform authorities if they recognize any of the suspects from previous posts.Top Picks For YouKolkata hospital horror: 'It will hurt my daughter if I accept compensation for her death''Crime scene not disturbed', says Kolkata Police after vandalism at RG Kar Medical College
Law enforcement officials have expressed their gratitude for the unwavering support and trust bestowed upon them by the public throughout this process.
"19 arrests so far in RG Kar Hospital vandalism. Five of them were identified through social media feedback. If you recognize any of the suspects from our earlier posts, kindly inform us. Thank you for your support and trust," Kolkata Police tweeted.
The Kolkata police on Thursday clarified that the crime scene of the brutal rape and murder of a junior doctor at RG Kar Medical College remains undisturbed, despite the mob vandalism that occurred on the night of August 14.
In a post on 'X', the Kolkata police stated, "The crime scene is the seminar room and it has not been touched. Don't spread unverified news. We will initiate legal action for spreading rumours."
(The victim's identity has not been revealed to protect her privacy as per Supreme Court directives on cases related to sexual assault)