In a tragic and disturbing incident in Satya Sai district, five individuals, including three minors, have been arrested in connection with the gang rape of two women at a construction site near Nallabommanipalli. The victims, a 45-year-old mother-in-law and her 22-year-old daughter-in-law, were assaulted in the presence of their husbands. The family, who had migrated from Bellary, Karnataka, in search of work, was brutally attacked by a six-member gang.
The accused reportedly arrived on two motorcycles in the early hours of Saturday, forced entry into the mill, and assaulted the two men before committing the heinous crime. Afterward, they fled, stealing a mobile phone and cash amounting to ₹5,200.
Special teams from the Andhra Pradesh Police sprang into action and, within 48 hours, apprehended five suspects. The arrests included E. Nagendra alias Robo, a repeat offender from Tyagaraja Nagar in Hindupur with over 37 previous cases, and Sake Praveen Kumar, also from Hindupur, who has a history of violent crimes, including murder. Authorities have confirmed that one adult suspect, C. Sreenivasulu, remains at large.
During a press conference, State Home Minister Vangalapudi Anitha, alongside DGP Ch. Dwaraka Tirumala Rao and IG (Law & Order) Sreekanth, emphasized the state’s unwavering commitment to the safety of women and children. Anitha highlighted the swift response of law enforcement, despite the police force’s significant commitments to security during the Devi Navaratris and Brahmotsavams.
Anitha also revealed that trials for such cases will be expedited in special courts to ensure timely justice. The state is moving toward enhanced security measures, including the installation of CCTV cameras in high-risk areas such as temples, educational institutions, and public places. In addition, drones will be deployed in regions with limited CCTV coverage. She urged the public to report incidents through emergency numbers 112 or 100, assuring complete anonymity and protection for whistleblowers.
This tragic case has brought forth renewed urgency from the government to reinforce its stance against violence towards women and children, further committing to stringent punishment for offenders to ensure justice is served.
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