Three doctors testified in the trial for the rape and murder of a postgraduate trainee doctor in Kolkata, increasing witness count to nine. Accused Sanjay Roy has attended court under police escort since his arrest following the discovery of the victim’s body. The case highlights safety concerns in state-run hospitals and has prompted a CBI investigation due to public demand.
Kolkata: Three doctors testified on Thursday in the ongoing trial for the tragic rape and murder of a postgraduate trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. Their testimonies, given before a special court, bring the total number of witnesses in the case to nine. The proceedings are being held in-camera daily at Sealdah Court under the supervision of Additional District and Sessions Judge Anirban Das.
The prime accused, Sanjay Roy, a civic volunteer, has been present in court for four consecutive days under heavy police escort. Roy was arrested by Kolkata Police on August 10, a day after the body of the young doctor was discovered in the hospital’s seminar room, a finding that ignited public outrage nationwide.
The in-camera hearings began Monday, with a senior doctor and two other medical professionals testifying on Thursday. Their statements are part of a meticulous investigation into the tragic events of August 9, which have since brought attention to safety issues in state-run hospitals.
The case took a new direction after the Calcutta High Court ordered a CBI investigation, reflecting the grave nature of the charges and public demand for a fair and thorough probe.
The ongoing testimonies are expected to play a critical role as the court examines the disturbing incident that has raised questions about the safety and working conditions of medical professionals in public hospitals.
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