Two police officers were arrested today (30 September 2025) for the alleged sexual assault of a young woman from Andhra Pradesh in a shocking incident that has sent waves of outrage through the district.
The accused, identified as Sub-Inspector Suresh Raj and Constable Sundar attached to the Tiruvannamalai East Police Station, were taken into custody following a formal complaint by the victim.
According to preliminary reports, the incident occurred on the Enthal Bypass Road where the two officers were stationed for vehicle inspection duty. A small cargo vehicle carrying fruits from Andhra Pradesh, with two sisters as passengers, was stopped for routine inspection.
The police allegedly separated the two siblings during the inspection. In a deeply disturbing turn of events, the officers are accused of taking the women to a nearby grove in the Enthal area where one of them was sexually assaulted in the presence of her sister.
After the alleged assault, the officers reportedly threatened the women before leaving the scene. The victim was subsequently admitted to the Tiruvannamalai Government Medical College Hospital for medical treatment and examination, with additional police security deployed at the facility.
Local authorities have confirmed the arrest of both police personnel and stated that a serious investigation is underway. The police are actively interrogating the accused officers to establish the complete sequence of events and determine the extent of the crime.
This incident has caused widespread shock and anger among local residents, raising serious questions about police conduct and women’s safety in the region. The case has drawn immediate political attention, with opposition leaders already demanding accountability from the state administration.
The investigation continues as authorities work to gather all relevant evidence and ensure justice for the victims.
(With inputs from ETV Bharat)
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