Two Arrested in Assault on Army Officer and Friend; Investigation Continues

Police have arrested two suspects involved in the assault on a young Army officer and his friend in Indore. The incident, which occurred at an Army firing range, involved 7-8 assailants, with one woman allegedly sexually assaulted. Efforts to apprehend the remaining accused are ongoing.

Police have detained two individuals linked to the assault on a young Army officer and his friend, authorities announced. The attack involved 7-8 assailants, and one woman was reportedly sexually assaulted, according to the FIR filed.

Indore Rural SP Hitika Vasal confirmed to ANI that six suspects had been identified, with two already in custody. 'Ten police teams conducted investigations and pinpointed six accused. Two have been arrested, and efforts are ongoing to capture the remaining four,' Vasal stated.

Vasal added that the incident took place at the Army firing range in Indore. The female victim's screams alerted the complainants, raising suspicions of foul play. 'Police received information about the late-night visit to the range, involving an assault and a demand for Rs 10 lakhs. A team arrived promptly, but the suspects fled,' she said. Statements from the female victims are pending, and further action will follow.

(With inputs from agencies.)