Kolkata: A murder accused recently released on bail has been arrested again following allegations of molestation, physical assault and criminal intimidation in Anandapur. Accused Mangal Mondal was taken into custody on Tuesday night.
Mondal had earlier been arrested in connection with the Jan 2022 murder of Biswajit Jana, according to cops.
Mondal immediately reconnected with several of his old associates, according to locals and cops. Residents alleged that he began attempting to create unrest, plotting to seize control of the locality and establish an active Fearing for the security of their families, locals organised protests against his aggressive resurgence. Amid growing tension, a woman from the neighbourhood confronted Mondal directly over his intimidation tactics. In retaliation, he allegedly attacked and molested her, and issued explicit death threats. Acting on a formal written complaint, Anandapur cops arrested Mondal that same night.
After spending a considerable time behind bars, Mondal was recently granted bail and had returned to his Anandapur neighbourhood on Tuesday.