Patna: A special investigation team (SIT) has been formed to identify and arrest the men who harassed and assaulted a professor couple in Begusarai after CCTV footage of the alleged Oct 22 incident went viral on social media.According to the complaint, the couple was returning home on a motorcycle after visiting a Durga Puja fair when the group allegedly stopped them around 2.45am. The woman alleged that some of the men misbehaved with and molested her. When the couple protested, the accused, who were allegedly under the influence of alcohol, assaulted them, causing injuries.The woman called her brother-in-law during the incident. The attackers fled when family members reached the spot. CCTV footage allegedly showing the assault later went viral on social media, triggering public outrage.The victim’s family has approached Begusarai SP Maneesh, demanding strict action against those involved. Police said a special investigation team (SIT) has been constituted to identify and arrest the suspects. “We are examining all available evidence, including CCTV footage, and efforts are under way to establish the identities of the persons involved,” the SP said. Police said the identity of the couple has been withheld.
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