Manhunt Launched After Shocking Assault in Pune

A 21-year-old woman in Pune was allegedly raped by three unidentified men, while her male friend was tied to a tree and assaulted. Police are intensifying efforts to capture the suspects, with sketches released. Citizens are urged to provide information to aid the investigation.

A 21-year-old woman faced a brutal assault on the outskirts of Pune, prompting a significant police response. Authorities revealed that three unidentified assailants allegedly raped the woman, while her male companion was restrained and attacked.

The incident occurred late Thursday in Bopdev Ghar, an isolated area, and came to light early Friday when the victims reported to Sassoon General Hospital. Police have since formed ten teams, focusing on capturing the culprits and released sketches for public identification assistance.

Citizens were urged to contact police via three dedicated mobile numbers if they have relevant information, as forensic teams and a canine unit conducted investigations at the crime scene to gather crucial evidence.

(With inputs from agencies.)