Late at night near Charampa in Bhadrak, a truck driver allegedly abducted a mentally unstable woman from the NH-16 roadside.
The incident occurred on the eve of Vijaya Dashami. A video showing the woman being taken went viral on social media. Local residents expressed concern over the safety of vulnerable individuals. Police began investigating the viral footage immediately.
Bhadrak police started inquiries based on the video evidence. They issued alerts to toll gates and truck owner associations.
Officers instructed staff to monitor truck movements and identify the vehicle. Police held a press conference to update the public on the case. Officials confirmed no trace of the woman or the truck after 72 hours.
The incident raised questions about night patrolling in Bhadrak city. Locals criticized the lack of police presence during festival nights. Concerns grew over the safety of women and mentally ill individuals. Police promised to strengthen surveillance and increase highway patrols.
The alleged abduction of a mentally unstable woman from Bhadrak highway has sparked serious concern across Odisha. Despite 72 hours passing, authorities have yet to locate the woman or identify the truck involved.
The incident highlights urgent gaps in night patrolling and highway surveillance. Police continue their investigation, urging public cooperation to ensure justice and prevent similar cases.
According to reports, the woman had taken shelter under the veranda of a roadside shop near Charampa Square when the incident occurred. A truck halted at the location, and moments later, the driver was seen forcefully taking the woman into the vehicle before driving away.
Police have launched a search operation to trace both the victim and the accused driver. Efforts are on to identify the truck through highway surveillance footage and transport records.
Police have appealed to the public to report any leads that could help in rescuing the woman or tracking the culprit.
