Migrant Woman Brutally Gang-Raped in Bengaluru; Police Arrest Three, Hunt Two Fugitives
Three arrested, two at large in brutal assault case.
In a chilling incident that has rocked Bengaluru, a woman from West Bengal was allegedly gang-raped and robbed at a rented house in Gangondanahalli, Bengaluru Rural, on the night of October 21, 2025. The crime, which unfolded between 9:15 pm and midnight, saw five men force their way into the residence, sexually assaulting the survivor and looting two mobile phones and Rs 25,000 in cash, according to Bengaluru Rural Superintendent of Police CK Baba.
The house was occupied by six people, including the survivor, two other women, two adults, and two children, many of whom are part of the area’s migrant community from West Bengal. The accused, all local residents, gained entry by deceiving the residents into opening the door. A distress call from the survivor’s elder son at 12:30 am prompted a swift response from senior police officers, who rushed to the scene to secure the area and begin investigations.
The survivor is reported to be out of danger and is receiving medical care and counseling. Authorities are investigating whether the perpetrators and the victim were acquainted, a detail that could shed light on the motive. Three of the five suspects—identified as Kartik, Glen, and Suoyg—are now in custody, while two remain on the run. A special team, led by a Deputy Superintendent of Police, has been tasked with tracking down the fugitives and deepening the probe into the gang’s operations.
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A case has been registered under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, covering gang rape, wrongful confinement, causing hurt with dangerous weapons, robbery with attempt to cause grievous hurt, unlawful assembly, and mischief. The police are leaving no stone unturned, with forensic teams collecting evidence and local units intensifying patrols in the area to prevent further incidents.
This brutal attack has sparked outrage in Bengaluru, a city often celebrated as India’s tech hub but increasingly grappling with crimes against women. Gangondanahalli, home to many migrant workers employed in garment factories and small businesses, now faces scrutiny over safety gaps. Women’s rights groups are demanding stronger community policing and surveillance, arguing that vulnerable populations like migrant women need better protection.
As the manhunt for the remaining suspects continues, local NGOs are stepping in to support the survivor and her family with counseling and legal aid. Superintendent Baba has vowed swift justice, promising to apprehend the fugitives and uncover any underlying connections that may point to a planned attack. For now, Bengaluru reels from this grim reminder of its safety challenges, with residents and activists calling for urgent reforms to safeguard the city’s most vulnerable.
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