Baruipur Rape and Murder Case: Complete Timeline of the Crime That Shook West Bengal
The Baruipur rape and murder case has sent shockwaves across West Bengal and the country, raising serious concerns about women's safety, law enforcement, and justice for victims. The brutal assault and murder of a 12-year-old girl in South 24 Parganas triggered widespread protests, political reactions, and a fast-moving police investigation that culminated in the death of the prime accused during a police encounter.
Here's a detailed timeline of the events that unfolded.
July 4, 2026: A Child Goes Missing
On Saturday afternoon, the 12-year-old girl left her home in Surjyapur, Baruipur, to buy a birthday gift for a friend. When she failed to return, her family launched a frantic search before filing a missing person complaint with the local police later that night.
July 5, 2026: Body Found, Public Anger Explodes
The following day, the girl's body was recovered from a pond, stuffed inside a sack. Preliminary post-mortem findings indicated that she had been sexually assaulted before being thrown into the water while she was still alive.
The gruesome discovery sparked outrage across Baruipur. Angry residents blocked roads and railway tracks, vandalised police vehicles, and clashed with law enforcement, accusing the police of failing to act promptly after the girl was reported missing.
Amid the chaos, a local man, Indranath Tanti, was lynched by an enraged mob on suspicion of involvement in the crime. Police later arrested around 20 people in connection with the mob violence.
July 6, 2026: Police Make First Arrests
Police registered a fresh FIR under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.
Three accused, Prabhas Mondal, Anand Sardar, and Dibakar Sardar, were arrested. Investigators later arrested a fourth accused, Kabir Mollah, as the probe widened.
The National Commission for Women (NCW) also took suo motu cognisance of the incident and sought an Action Taken Report from the West Bengal Director General of Police.
July 7, 2026: Political Spotlight on the Case
Leader of the Opposition Suvendu Adhikari visited the victim's family and assured them that the guilty would receive exemplary punishment. He also demanded accountability for any alleged lapses in the police response and gave the authorities a 72-hour ultimatum to complete key parts of the investigation.
July 8, 2026: Prime Accused Dies in Police Encounter
In the early hours of Wednesday, police took prime accused Prabhas Mondal to the crime scene for the reconstruction of events. According to the police, Mondal allegedly snatched a service weapon, opened fire at officers, and attempted to escape. The police retaliated, fatally injuring him. He was declared dead at the hospital.
Following his death, criminal proceedings against Mondal were closed, while the investigations against the remaining accused continued.
What Investigators Have Found So Far
Police said CCTV footage showed Prabhas Mondal with the victim shortly before she disappeared. Investigators allege that he lured the child before handing her over to the other accused in exchange for money. The four accused have been booked under Sections 63 (rape), 70(2) (gang rape), 103(1) (murder), and 238 (destruction of evidence) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), along with relevant provisions of the POCSO Act.
Reacting to her son's death, Sandhya Mondal, the mother of Prabhas Mondal, said she had no regrets, stating that he received the punishment for his actions and deserved what happened.
Political Reactions Continue
The encounter has triggered a political debate in West Bengal. While BJP leaders described the killing as "divine justice," Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra questioned the encounter, expressing concern over what she described as a shift towards "jungle law." Meanwhile, authorities have maintained that the encounter occurred after the accused attempted to escape by firing at police personnel.
The Investigation Continues
Although the prime accused is dead, police say the investigation remains active. Forensic evidence, CCTV footage, witness statements, and digital evidence are being examined to strengthen the case against the remaining accused. The Baruipur rape and murder case continues to be one of the most closely watched criminal investigations in West Bengal, with the victim's family and the public demanding swift justice.
Here's a detailed timeline of the events that unfolded.
July 4, 2026: A Child Goes Missing
On Saturday afternoon, the 12-year-old girl left her home in Surjyapur, Baruipur, to buy a birthday gift for a friend. When she failed to return, her family launched a frantic search before filing a missing person complaint with the local police later that night.
July 5, 2026: Body Found, Public Anger Explodes
The following day, the girl's body was recovered from a pond, stuffed inside a sack. Preliminary post-mortem findings indicated that she had been sexually assaulted before being thrown into the water while she was still alive.
The gruesome discovery sparked outrage across Baruipur. Angry residents blocked roads and railway tracks, vandalised police vehicles, and clashed with law enforcement, accusing the police of failing to act promptly after the girl was reported missing.
Amid the chaos, a local man, Indranath Tanti, was lynched by an enraged mob on suspicion of involvement in the crime. Police later arrested around 20 people in connection with the mob violence.
July 6, 2026: Police Make First Arrests
Police registered a fresh FIR under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.
Three accused, Prabhas Mondal, Anand Sardar, and Dibakar Sardar, were arrested. Investigators later arrested a fourth accused, Kabir Mollah, as the probe widened.
The National Commission for Women (NCW) also took suo motu cognisance of the incident and sought an Action Taken Report from the West Bengal Director General of Police.
July 7, 2026: Political Spotlight on the Case
Leader of the Opposition Suvendu Adhikari visited the victim's family and assured them that the guilty would receive exemplary punishment. He also demanded accountability for any alleged lapses in the police response and gave the authorities a 72-hour ultimatum to complete key parts of the investigation.
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July 8, 2026: Prime Accused Dies in Police Encounter
In the early hours of Wednesday, police took prime accused Prabhas Mondal to the crime scene for the reconstruction of events. According to the police, Mondal allegedly snatched a service weapon, opened fire at officers, and attempted to escape. The police retaliated, fatally injuring him. He was declared dead at the hospital.
Following his death, criminal proceedings against Mondal were closed, while the investigations against the remaining accused continued.
What Investigators Have Found So Far
Police said CCTV footage showed Prabhas Mondal with the victim shortly before she disappeared. Investigators allege that he lured the child before handing her over to the other accused in exchange for money. The four accused have been booked under Sections 63 (rape), 70(2) (gang rape), 103(1) (murder), and 238 (destruction of evidence) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), along with relevant provisions of the POCSO Act.
Reacting to her son's death, Sandhya Mondal, the mother of Prabhas Mondal, said she had no regrets, stating that he received the punishment for his actions and deserved what happened.
Political Reactions Continue
The encounter has triggered a political debate in West Bengal. While BJP leaders described the killing as "divine justice," Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra questioned the encounter, expressing concern over what she described as a shift towards "jungle law." Meanwhile, authorities have maintained that the encounter occurred after the accused attempted to escape by firing at police personnel.
The Investigation Continues
Although the prime accused is dead, police say the investigation remains active. Forensic evidence, CCTV footage, witness statements, and digital evidence are being examined to strengthen the case against the remaining accused. The Baruipur rape and murder case continues to be one of the most closely watched criminal investigations in West Bengal, with the victim's family and the public demanding swift justice.
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