A 24-year-old woman with reported mental disability was allegedly raped by two youth at Bheemunipatnam in Visakhapatnam district.
Though the incident took place on the night of June 9, it came to light on Wednesday, after the victim’s family approached the police and lodged a complaint.
Bheemunipatnam Circle Inspector Tirumala Rao said that the accused, both aged about 25 years, allegedly lured the woman to an under-construction building by sweet-talking her. The incident reportedly occurred while villagers were engaged in the local deity festival celebrations.
Police said one of the accused was known to the woman. Following the complaint, a case was registered and investigation is on.
The woman has been sent for medical examination, while both suspects were taken into police custody.
Published – June 10, 2026 11:56 pm IST
