Five Arrested in Andhra Pradesh Gang Rape Case

In Sri Sathya Sai district, police have arrested five individuals, including three minors, in connection with the gang rape of a mother and daughter-in-law, which occurred on the night of October 11-12. The assailants, armed with knives, attacked the victims' family at an under-construction paper mill site, overpowering the male members before committing the assault. The police swiftly apprehended the suspects within 48 hours, while one accused remains at large. The incident has sparked outrage across the state, leading Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu to direct law enforcement to ensure justice is served. Authorities revealed that the suspects are habitual criminals with multiple prior offenses. This crime has ignited public protests demanding justice and effective measures to enhance women's safety in Andhra Pradesh.