Kolkata Police Murder Case Overview

Key Events

Incident Date: August 8, 2024
Victim: 31-year-old on-duty doctor at Arjikar Medical College and Hospital.
Accused: Sanjay Roy, a civic police volunteer.
Circumstances of the Murder:
- Victim had dinner with colleagues post-midnight.
- Colleagues left her alone in the seminar hall where she decided to take a nap.
- Her body was found the next morning, semi-naked and with multiple injuries on a blood-stained mattress.

Initial Actions:
- Hospital authorities reported the incident to the police.
- Autopsy confirmed the victim had been sexually abused.
Evidence Collected:
- Bluetooth headphone found at the crime scene.
- No CCTV cameras in the seminar hall, but footage from other areas was reviewed.
Sanjay Roy's Involvement:
- Seen entering the building at 4 a.m. with a Bluetooth headphone.
- Exited the building 40 minutes later without the headphone.
- Police collected mobile phones from all suspects.
- Bluetooth headphone paired with Sanjay Roy's phone, leading to his arrest.
- CCTV footage showed him acting suspiciously near the seminar hall.

Role: Civic police volunteer assisting lower-ranked officers.
Personal History: Married four times; three wives left due to misconduct; fourth wife died of cancer.
Access: Had free access to several hospital departments.
Confession: Roy confessed to the crime during police investigation.

Doctors' Reactions:
- Hundreds of doctors protested for justice for the victim.
- Protests included candle marches and slogan chanting.
- Demands included a judicial investigation and compensation for the victim's family.
Hospital Administration:
- Principal Dr. Sadeep Ghosh resigned on August 11, 2024, citing disrespect on social media and his connection to the victim.

Opposition's Response: Criticism of the Mamata Banerjee government for lack of action.
Chief Minister's Statement: Called the incident "unfortunate" and supported the protests for justice.
Police Assurance: Kolkata police promised a thorough investigation and a speedy trial for the accused.

The case has triggered significant public outcry regarding safety for women in West Bengal, with ongoing demands for accountability and justice.