CBI Supplementary Charge Sheet in RG Kar Rape-Murder Case to Focus on Four Key Discrepancies

Kolkata, India – [March 1, 2024] – The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is preparing to file a supplementary charge sheet in the highly sensitive RG Kar Medical College and Hospital rape and murder case, aiming to reveal a potential larger conspiracy. The charge sheet, anticipated before the Supreme Court hearing on March 17th, will highlight four critical aspects of the investigation, according to an IANS report.

The case, involving the brutal rape and murder of a junior doctor whose body was found in a seminar hall on the hospital premises on August 9th of last year, has been under intense scrutiny. The CBI’s supplementary charge sheet will reportedly address the following key points:

1. Doubts Over Crime Scene: A forensic report from the Central Forensic Science Laboratory (CFSL) has raised significant doubts about the seminar hall being the actual location of the crime.¹ The CFSL findings indicate a lack of struggle evidence in the room, suggesting the crime may have occurred elsewhere, and the body was subsequently moved. This discrepancy will be a central focus of the charge sheet.
2. CCTV Footage and Evidence Tampering: The investigation has uncovered inconsistencies in the CCTV footage from the hospital, pointing to potential interference with crucial evidence. The CBI’s charge sheet will highlight how the footage analysis suggests a broader conspiracy and possible attempts to obstruct the investigation. Investigators are examining whether key moments were erased or altered.
3. Mobile Data Analysis of Key Individuals: The CBI has meticulously analyzed the call records and SIM card data of individuals linked to the case, including former RG Kar principal Dr. Sandip Ghosh and former Tala Police Station SHO Abhijit Mondal. The charge sheet will reportedly reveal suspicious communication patterns and their possible connection to the crime and alleged cover-up efforts.
4. Suspicious Arrangement of Victim’s Belongings: Investigators have raised concerns about the arrangement of the victim’s personal belongings in the seminar hall. The positioning of these items does not align with typical crime scene patterns, further suggesting possible manipulation of evidence. This aspect will be a crucial part of the charge sheet.

Victim’s Family Seeks Justice

Earlier this week, the victim’s parents met with CBI Director Praveen Sood in New Delhi, expressing their concerns about the investigation’s pace.² “He assured us that justice will be served. We are holding onto that assurance,” the victim’s father told the media. The family has also consulted with their legal counsel, Karuna Nundy, ahead of the Supreme Court hearing.

The upcoming supplementary charge sheet is expected to provide critical insights into the case, potentially uncovering a larger conspiracy and bringing clarity to the unanswered questions surrounding the crime.

Disclaimer: This news article is based on information available at the time of publication and reflects ongoing investigation details. Investigative details can change. Any legal proceeding’s outcome is subject to the court’s decision. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Individuals seeking legal advice should consult with a³ qualified legal professional.