12-Year-Old's Body Found Stuffed In Sack In Bengal Horror, Suspect Lynched
Extrajudicial killing and political interference raise serious concerns.
A 12-year-old girl's body was found in a sack near Kolkata, sparking protests and violence. Four people were arrested in connection with the girl's death. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari assured the girl's father of strict action against those responsible. Mamata Banerjee, leader of the Trinamool Congress, was prevented from visiting the family by heavy police deployment, which she criticized as an attempt to politically influence the investigation.
9 JUL 2026
— The Hindu
Following the death of Prabhas Mondal during a crime scene reconstruction, West Bengal Police performed the last rites for him after his family refused to claim his body.
— Indian Express
Following the discovery of a minor girl's body, West Bengal police arrested 30 individuals in connection with the ensuing riots.
10 JUL 2026
— BBC
Violent protests and a mob lynching have erupted in West Bengal following the rape and drowning of an 11-year-old girl, sparking political controversy.
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