West Bengal Girl's Body Found, Suspect Beaten to Death

Authorities in West Bengal's South 24 Parganas district are investigating the alleged gangrape and murder of an 11-year-old girl, whose body was recovered on Monday, July 6, 2026. A six-member Special Investigating Team (SIT) has been formed to probe the disturbing incident.

The victim's body was found in a sack in the Surjyapur Haat area. This discovery triggered immediate protests from local residents, who blocked roads and resorted to damaging police vehicles to demand the swift arrest of those responsible for the crime.

Following the recovery of the body, an angry mob of locals beat one man to death, suspecting his involvement in the girl's death. In response to the escalating tension and to ensure public safety, prohibitory orders were imposed in Baruipur, Narendrapur, and Sonarpur areas under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.

Police have arrested two individuals and detained three others in connection with the case, and they are currently being questioned. Officials have appealed to the public to avoid rumors and cooperate with the administration, warning that strict action will be taken against anyone attempting to disrupt peace.