Headless Body of Woman Found on Kanpur National Highway

In a shocking discovery, the headless and unclothed body of a woman was found on the Kanpur national highway on Wednesday, September 11. The body was discovered around 6:15 a.m. near Gujaini, according to reports from NDTV. While there is speculation that the woman may have been raped and murdered, police are still investigating the incident.

Ongoing Investigation

Authorities have been unable to identify the victim more than 24 hours after the body was found. Due to a lack of cameras at the crime scene, police are relying on CCTV footage from a location 3 km away. The footage shows a woman walking alone in clothing similar to what the victim was last seen wearing. Three investigative teams have been formed to work on the case. The woman's body has been sent for post-mortem to determine the cause of death, but no missing person reports in the district match the victim.

Forensic Evidence Collected

A forensic team has gathered teeth and bone samples from the victim for further analysis. Police are investigating whether foul play was involved or if the incident was an accident. They are also trying to determine whether the victim was a local resident or someone from outside the area.

उप्र में महिला अपराध की एक और दिल दहला देनेवाली घटना में कानपुर के हाईवे पर एक महिला की सिर कटी, निर्वस्त्र लाश का मिलना है। मृतका के साथ हुई बेरहम हिंसा और असीम शारीरिक पीड़ा दिये जाने के जो सबूत मिले हैं, नैतिकता कहती है उनका उल्लेख न किया जाए। मृतका के साथ हर संभव प्रताड़ना व…

— Akhilesh Yadav (@yadavakhilesh) September 11, 2024

Political Reaction

Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav criticized the Uttar Pradesh government following the discovery of the body. Taking to social media platform X, Yadav expressed outrage over the incident, describing it as another tragic crime against women in the state. Also read:UP Mainpuri: Wall collapsed at 3 places amid heavy rain in Mainpuri, 5 people died He called for a thorough and impartial investigation to determine whether the woman was raped and then murdered, demanding justice for the victim and stronger punishment for the perpetrators to prevent such crimes from recurring. The gruesome discovery of the woman's body has sparked both public outrage and political criticism, highlighting ongoing concerns about women's safety in Uttar Pradesh. As investigations continue, police are working to uncover the truth behind the incident. The outcome of the investigation will be crucial in providing justice for the victim and addressing the rising concerns about crimes against women in the region.