A shocking incident has emerged from Darbhanga, where a man allegedly kidnapped and raped his elder brother's 15-year-old minor cousin-sister-in-law. The incident occurred on September 22 in the Birol police station area when the victim, a 9th-grade student, was returning from school.

The accused, Pravindra Manjhi, along with his minor accomplice, approached the victim on a bike, offering to drop her home. Due to prior acquaintance, the minor victim boarded his bike. After traveling some distance, Pravindra allegedly sedated her with a narcotic substance, rendered her unconscious, and took her to a secluded area where he raped her. The victim remained in the accused's custody overnight.

On September 23, the accused Pravindra Manjhi was planning to flee to Delhi with the minor. However, they were detained by the railway police at Darbhanga Railway Station, and their families were informed. At that time, the sexual assault was not disclosed. Later, upon returning home, the victim narrated her ordeal to her family.

On September 25, the victim's mother filed a complaint at Birol police station, leading to the registration of an FIR. Acting swiftly, the police arrested the main accused, Pravindra Manjhi, from his home on the morning of September 26. The minor boy who assisted in the crime was also apprehended. Additionally, Pravindra's father, Jamun Manjhi, has been arrested for allegedly threatening the victim's family.

SDPO Prabhakar Tiwari stated that during the investigation, it was revealed that the GRP had released both parties after their families signed bonds and had also informed the Birol police. The police have seized the bike used in the incident and a mobile phone. The victim has been sent to DMCH for medical examination. The police are continuing further action in the case.