Meghalaya Police have intensified efforts to apprehend the accused in a rape case registered at Laitumkhrah Police Station, issuing lookout notices nationwide and investigating claims of additional victims. East Khasi Hills Superintendent of Police Vivek Syiem stated that a special team has been formed to trace and arrest the accused, with a lookout notice initially issued in Mizoram before being expanded to all states.
The complainant’s statement has been recorded, and police have discovered that there may be more victims. These individuals will be examined in due course, and their statements will be recorded. Syiem noted that while some alleged victims have been spoken to over the phone, they have been asked to appear before investigators to provide formal statements and lodge FIRs.
Regarding social media claims suggesting eight victims in the case, Syiem cautioned against treating such posts as confirmed information. He emphasized that unless individuals come forward, provide their statements, and are examined, their victim status cannot be confirmed. Syiem also refuted speculation that the accused had fled to Aizawl, stating that Meghalaya Police have been coordinating closely with Mizoram Police since the accused allegedly went absconding.
The immediate priority of the investigation is to arrest the accused, with the charge sheet to be filed once he is apprehended and further evidence is gathered. Syiem stated that the police are working to catch the accused, and once he is arrested, more facts will come to light, enabling the filing of the charge sheet as soon as possible.
The police are urging alleged victims to come forward and provide their statements, which will be crucial in building a strong case against the accused. The investigation is ongoing, and the police are working tirelessly to ensure justice is served.
