Truckers claim women were attacked, police says no clue yet

According to reports, Justice Sanghi in his letter stated that an independent probe was needed in this case.

“They have been issued notice and given time till February 28 to join investigation”, Rohtak Superintendent of Police (SP) Shanshak Anand said on Saturday.

Director General of Police YP Singhal said no complainant had come forward yet and asked the media to share any leads they may have.

Haryana police, meanwhile, put the death toll in the agitation at 30.

Singhal had said that these officers would be available in Sonipat till further orders and anyone could provide information concerning the incident to them in the form of audio or video clips or photographs or in any other form. “No eyewitness has contacted the police yet”.

“Till now, there is no confirmation of this incident”.

The Haryana Deputy Inspector-General (DIG) of Police Rajshri Singh who is heading committee to probe the rape incidents said that if eyewitness comes to them they will record the statement.

“We want to get to the bottom of this matter”. A senior IPS officer said this alleged crime was just a rumour, and advised the media against reporting matters that could create tension in society, Tribune reported.

The reports said clothes and undergarments of women were found strewn in the area but Haryana Police claimed these could have fallen out from bags of the commuters who were stopped and chased away by the Jat protesters who set their vehicles on fire later.

Delhi Commission for Women (DCW) chief Swati Maliwal urged any victims who belong to Delhi to approach the body for legal support and justice.

Victims can either call the 181 women’s helpline or visit the DCW office, Maliwal said, adding that it would be ensured their confidentiality is maintained.

Stating that the situation is now normal in the state.

The DGP said the death toll in the Jat agitation violence had gone up to 28, with 200 people being injured. They are, however, still unwilling to register an FIR and begin investigating the matter.