CBI Takes Over Kolkata Doctor Murder-Rape Probe; Teams From Delhi To Reach Kolkata On Aug 14: Sources
New Delhi: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has taken over the investigations involving the sexual assault and murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College, following directions from the Calcutta High Court on Tuesday. CBI has re-registered the case filed by the Kolkata Police. This move comes after the court’s recent order and marks a significant development in the investigation of this high-profile case. Previously, the investigation was being conducted by a Special Investigation Team (SIT) established by the West Bengal government. However, the Calcutta High Court has directed the state government to hand over the case diary and all relevant documents to the CBI by Wednesday morning at around 10 am. This transfer is expected to enable a thorough and independent investigation by the central agency.According to sources, the case has now been officially registered at the CBI headquarters. In response, a team from Delhi, including doctors and forensic experts, is set to arrive in Kolkata tomorrow morning, i.e. August 14 to assist with the investigation. These experts will collaborate with the CBI to ensure a comprehensive examination of the evidence and contribute to the ongoing inquiry.Also Read: 6 Reasons Why Calcutta HC Transferred Kolkata Rape And Murder Case To CBIThe CBI will assume control of all case files and documents from both the Kolkata Police and the SIT, which was formed later by the West Bengal government. Calcutta HC Transferred Kolkata Rape And Murder Probe To CBIThe Calcutta High Court on Tuesday transferred the Kolkata rape and murder probe to the CBI, day after Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee said that if the case is not solved by Sunday, the state government will recommend for the CBI probe. Massive protests across various hospitals in many states have hampered day-to-day services leading to troubles for patients.The woman doctor, a second year PG student at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital was found dead inside the seminar hall. Her body was found in a semi-naked condition with some serious injuries. A suspect was arrested in the case and it was later found that he was drunk and used to visit the hospital frequently.The woman doctor was on duty on the night of the incident and had gone to take rest in the seminar hall where the incident took place.
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