In a disturbing incident that has sent shockwaves through Coimbatore, a young MBA student was allegedly gang-raped by three men near the airport area while her boyfriend was brutally assaulted when he tried to intervene.
The horrific crime occurred late Tuesday evening when the couple was returning from an outing. According to police sources, the perpetrators intercepted the couple in a secluded area near the airport and launched their vicious attack.
Violent Assault on Both Victims
Police officials revealed that while the three accused men sexually assaulted the woman, they simultaneously attacked her boyfriend who attempted to rescue her. The assailants physically assaulted the young man, leaving him with multiple injuries before fleeing the scene.
The victims, both in their early twenties, managed to reach a nearby hospital where they received medical treatment and filed a formal complaint with local authorities.
Police Launch Intensive Investigation
Coimbatore police have registered a case under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code and have launched a massive manhunt to identify and apprehend the three suspects. Forensic teams have been deployed to collect evidence from the crime scene.
"We are investigating all angles and using available CCTV footage from the area to identify the perpetrators," stated a senior police officer involved in the case. "Special teams have been formed to ensure the swift arrest of the accused."
Community Outrage and Safety Concerns
The incident has sparked widespread outrage among local residents and student communities, raising serious questions about women's safety in the city, particularly in areas surrounding major transit hubs like the airport.
Student organizations and women's rights groups have demanded immediate action from authorities and enhanced security measures in vulnerable areas. The case has highlighted the urgent need for improved policing and surveillance in peripheral zones of the city.
As investigations continue, the victims are receiving necessary medical and psychological support while the community awaits justice in this harrowing case that has left Coimbatore shaken to its core.
