Tezpur/Rangia, February 25
A senior Army officer has been detained by the police in Assam's Sonitpur district in connection with a suspected murder case. The officer, who holds the rank of lieutenant colonel, was picked up from the Army's 4 Corps base in Mission Chariali area of Tezpur, according to police sources. The woman's body was found on February 15 near Changsari in Kamrup district. The victim was identified as a woman from Tamil Nadu, and the investigation led the police to the army officer who is currently being questioned. Police have not clarified whether he has been arrested or detained so far.
The incident has sent shockwaves throughout the state and has raised concerns about the safety of women. People are expressing outrage over the heinous crime, and social media is buzzing with reactions demanding justice for the victim. This is not the first time that such an incident has taken place in the state, and it is a sad reminder of the fact that crimes against women are still prevalent in society.
The police have assured that a thorough investigation will be carried out to ensure that justice is served. They have urged the public not to jump to any conclusions and to let the investigation take its course. It remains to be seen what the investigation uncovers, but the incident has once again highlighted the need for stricter measures to ensure the safety of women in the state.
Meanwhile, the Army has not issued any statement on the matter, and it remains to be seen how the incident will impact the morale of the forces stationed in the region. The incident is likely to be closely watched by the public and is expected to generate more attention in the coming days.
Inputs from The PTI