Bhubaneswar police detain suspect after woman raped at gunpoint

Police in Bhubaneswar are investigating the sexual assault of a 26-year-old engineer who was allegedly raped at gunpoint in her rented apartment in the Nayapalli area. The victim, originally from the Jagatsinghpur district, reported that a masked individual entered her residence while her sister was away and used a gun or toy gun to threaten her.

Senior police officials, including Deputy Commissioner of Police Saravana Vivek M, visited the scene to initiate an inquiry. Investigators are currently reviewing CCTV footage from the apartment building and surrounding streets to identify the perpetrator.

Authorities have confirmed that a suspect has been detained for questioning, though their identity has not been released. DCP Saravana Vivek M stated that police have obtained “vital clues” and expect the case to be resolved soon. The victim's medical examination is underway, and her formal statement has been recorded.