The Khandagiri police in the capital city have arrested Sudhanshu Rout, the controversial editor of a local web channel, following serious allegations of an attempt to murder and criminal intimidation.
According to reports, a formal complaint was lodged at the Khandagiri Police Station accusing Rout of launching a physical assault, hurling abuse, and issuing grave death threats. Acting swiftly on the complaint, police launched a thorough investigation. Following preliminary verification of the charges, police apprehended Rout and placed him under arrest.
This is not the first time the accused editor has found himself on the wrong side of the law. Sources reveal that Rout has multiple serious criminal cases pending against him across various police stations, spanning allegations of blackmailing, harassment, extortion, and illegal threats.
Following his arrest, the Khandagiri police arranged for Rout’s mandatory medical examination before producing him in court. Authorities are continuing their probe to ascertain if any other individuals were involved in the incident.
