Stone Attack on Police Team in Gorakhpur: Family Defends Rape Accused

In Gorakhpur's Capierganj, police officers were attacked by the family of a rape accused while attempting an arrest, resulting in injuries to two officers. The accused's mother and sisters were arrested on charges of attempted murder. Security measures have been intensified to prevent further incidents.

In a dramatic turn of events in Gorakhpur's Capierganj area, a police team was attacked by family members of a rape accused, leaving two officers injured, officials revealed on Thursday.

The altercation occurred late Wednesday when the accused's mother and sisters launched a stone-pelting assault against the officers. Trainee sub-inspector Sachin Singh and constable Ajit Kumar suffered head injuries during the attack.

The accused's family members, charged with attempted murder and obstruction, have been arrested. Police have pledged increased security in the area to avert further violence, as tensions simmer following the incident.

(With inputs from agencies.)