Body of rape suspect found in Kharibari

Siliguri: The body of a man was found hanging after he was accused of raping a minor girl. The incident created a stir near Chakkarmari district in Kharibari.

The deceased was identified as Jagadish Roy (62 years), a resident of Barasatvita in Kharibari. He was a well-known folk singer and political figure of the area. It was alleged that he had raped a 15-year-old girl. When the girl became pregnant, the girl’s family members came to know about the incident.

On Thursday evening, the minor’s father had filed a complaint against Roy at the police station. However, on Friday morning, he was found hanging in his apartment. After receiving the information, the police arrived at the scene and sent the body for autopsy. The police have launched an investigation into the incident.