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Chhattisgarh: Sniffer dog leads police to man who raped, killed 7-year-old
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 23 Oct 2026, 07:37 PM
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Police in Chhattisgarh arrested a man accused of raping and killing a seven-year-old girl after a sniffer dog traced him to his residence.
Police in Chhattisgarh have arrested a local man accused of the brutal rape and murder of a seven-year-old girl. The suspect was identified and traced by law enforcement officials following the discovery of the victim.
According to police sources, a sniffer dog played a crucial role in the investigation. The canine unit successfully led the officers to the suspect's house, where he was subsequently taken into custody.
The incident has sparked outrage in the region, with authorities confirming that the accused has been detained for further interrogation. The case highlights the growing concern over the safety of children in the state.
According to police sources, a sniffer dog played a crucial role in the investigation. The canine unit successfully led the officers to the suspect's house, where he was subsequently taken into custody.
The incident has sparked outrage in the region, with authorities confirming that the accused has been detained for further interrogation. The case highlights the growing concern over the safety of children in the state.