12-Year-Old Girl Found Dead in Sack, Four Arrested; Political Row Intensifies
A horrific crime in West Bengal’s Baruipur, near Kolkata, has shocked the entire state. A 12-year-old girl who went missing on Saturday was found dead inside a sack a day later. The discovery triggered widespread protests and renewed concerns over women’s safety. Police have arrested four suspects, while the incident has also sparked a political controversy.
Girl Went Missing While Buying a Gift
The girl left home on Saturday to buy a gift for a friend. She never returned.
Her family searched for her and later informed the police. They alleged that four men had forcibly taken her away. The allegation raised fears of foul play from the beginning.
Police later recovered the girl’s body from Baruipur. The body was found inside a sack, leaving residents shocked and heartbroken.
Police Arrest Four Suspects
Police launched an investigation soon after recovering the body. Officers arrested four people in connection with the case.
Investigators are questioning the suspects and collecting forensic evidence. Officials have not confirmed the exact cause of death yet.
The body has been sent for a post-mortem examination. The report will reveal whether the girl suffered sexual assault and help investigators determine the circumstances of her death.
Residents Stage Massive Protest
News of the incident spread quickly across the area. Hundreds of residents gathered to demand justice.
Protesters blocked roads, burned tyres, and damaged police vehicles. The protest turned violent as anger continued to grow.
During the unrest, locals attacked a man they believed was involved in the crime. He later died from his injuries. Police have not officially confirmed his role in the case.
Senior Police Officials Assure Strict Action
Inspector General of Police Kankarprasad Barui reached the protest site to calm the crowd.
He assured residents that police would take strict action against everyone involved.
Barui also promised to meet the victim’s family and ensure a fair investigation. After his assurance, protesters lifted the road blockade and allowed authorities to send the body for a post-mortem.
Post-Mortem Report Holds Key Answers
Investigators now await the post-mortem report.
The report will establish the exact cause of death. It will also confirm whether the girl was sexually assaulted. Police say the medical findings will guide the next stage of the investigation.
Mamata Banerjee Alleges She Was Stopped From Visiting the Family
Former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accused the administration of preventing her from meeting the victim’s family.
She claimed heavy police deployment outside her residence stopped her from leaving. Banerjee questioned why authorities had stationed so many police personnel and central forces outside her home.
She also criticised the government’s handling of crimes against women and called the situation deeply disturbing.
Trinamool Congress Targets BJP Government
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) criticised the BJP government over the incident.
TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee said the government had promised better safety for women. He argued that such crimes raise serious questions about those promises.
Abhishek also spoke with the victim’s mother over the phone. During the conversation, she reportedly claimed that police had released one of the detained individuals. Police have not responded publicly to that allegation.
Investigation Continues
Police continue to question the arrested suspects and gather evidence.
The investigation remains underway, and officials are waiting for the post-mortem findings before filing additional charges.
The brutal killing has sparked outrage across West Bengal. Citizens and political leaders continue to demand a swift, transparent, and fair investigation. The victim’s family now hopes that everyone responsible will face the strictest punishment under the law.
