Berhampur Couple Assault Sparks Outrage, Police Identify Attackers

Berhampur witnessed a shocking incident late Monday night when a young couple was brutally assaulted on Giri Road.

The victims, including Umesh Rath of Bijipur, were intercepted by a group of assailants armed with sticks while riding their motorcycle.

The attackers dragged the couple to the ground and beat them mercilessly, with the entire assault captured in a viral video that has since spread across social media.

Police sources suggest the attack stemmed from prior enmity. Teams from Town, Baidyanathpur, and Gosaninuagaon Police Stations rushed to the spot, and the injured couple was admitted to MKCG Medical College and Hospital.

Their statements have been recorded.

The Additional Director General of Police confirmed that the assailants have been identified, and raids are underway to arrest them.

CCTV footage is being examined to strengthen the case.

The incident has triggered widespread outrage across Odisha, with residents questioning public safety and the recurrence of violent attacks in Berhampur.