Mayurbhanj Woman Gang-Raped; Investigation Underway in Series of Odisha Assaults

Police are investigating a gang-rape case involving a 25-year-old woman in Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. The woman was allegedly abducted and assaulted by three individuals on Tuesday evening. This latest incident is part of a disturbing pattern, being the fifth reported case of sexual assault in the state within the last ten days. The woman was reportedly assaulted after accepting a ride from two men on a motorcycle. The suspects took her to a remote area where the assault occurred. One suspect has been arrested, and authorities are actively seeking the other perpetrators. The incident has sparked concern due to the increasing number of similar cases across Odisha, including incidents in Gopalpur, Keonjhar, and Berhampur.