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Kolkata rape-murder case: Sanjay Roy likely sole accused, no other's involvement found, say sources

Sanjay Roy was arrested after he was spotted on the CCTV camera near the seminar hall during the time of the crime. He confessed his crime to Kolkata Police, but the CBI has doubts about his statements.

Reported By : Abhay Parashar Edited By : Shubham Bajpai
New Delhi
Updated on: August 19, 2024 11:12 IST
Kolkata rape and murder case
Image Source : PTI/FILE Kolkata rape and murder case accused Sanjay Roy

In the latest development in the Kolkata rape and murder case, the CBI investigation has stuck on accused Sanjay Roy. Sources say that in six days of investigation, CBI has not found the involvement of any accused other than Sanjay Roy. 

In one of the most heart-wrenching crimes, Sanjay Roy is the main accused who was arrested after the CCTV footage from the seminal hall captured him coming and going at the time of the crime. Upon his arrest, Roy confessed his crime in front of Kolkata Police. However, the CBI has doubts about Sanjay Roy's statement. Hence, they went for the psychology test to know the truth and his mental state. The CBI is persisting with the psychology test of Roy today also. Five experts of CSFL are conducting the test and questioning Roy about the night of incident.

AIIMS doctor providing OPD service outside Health Ministry

It is pertinent to note that CBI took over the case after the High Court decision. Meanwhile, the medical fraternity is holding a nationwide strike suspending all duties but emergency services. The resident doctors of AIIMS and other Delhi-based hospitals called to continue the strike and provide OPD services of about 36 departments outside the Health Ministry, in a protest demanding the new ordinance related to the safety of health workers. The Supreme Court has also taken suo moto cognizance of the matter and will hear the case.

Ex-principal's questioning enters fourth day

The CBI is also grilling the former Principal of RG Kar Medical College Sandeep Ghosh. He was called for questioning on August 16 which entered the fourth day today. Ghosh signed after the inside saying that he girl was like her daughter. However, he along with the state government was slammed by the Kolkata High Court later as within 24 hours, he joined Kolkata Medical College. CBI questioned Sandeep Ghosh for 10 hours on Day 3. So far, Sandeep Ghosh has been questioned for 36 hours. CBI also checked Sandeep Ghosh's call details and chats.

CBI conducts 3D mapping

The CBI has so far questioned over 20 people in the case. This also includes the police officials involved in the investigation. Meanwhile, the CBI also conducted 3D mapping of the crime site. Moreover, Section 163 has been implemented near the medical college. Protests and demonstrations have also been prohibited near the college till August 24. 

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