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Guwahati, Oct 26: In a distressing turn of events, the Karbi Anglong district of Assam has witnessed volatile situation following a reported incident of sexual assault in the Manja area.
The incident took place on the night of Navami, as a minor girl fell victim to the accused Manu Ali.
According reports, Manu Ali allegedly lured the victim away from the Navami puja mandap to a secluded location, where he reportedly raped her. Later, he discarded the young girl's body along the banks of a river.
Following the incident, a group of men vandalised Manu Ali's residence in Hidim Teron village, and also caused damage to several others nearby houses.
Moreover, local residents launched a massive protest outside the Manja police station, demanding the accused to be hanged.