Police Kill Murder Suspect, Complicating Investigation

Police in West Bengal killed Prabhas Mondal on July 8, accused of raping and murdering an 11-year-old girl. He died in an encounter—a confrontation with police—near where the victim was found. A team was still searching for another suspect. The killing raises concerns: encounter deaths by Indian police often lack clear accountability, and killing someone mid-investigation may have destroyed evidence or testimony needed for a complete case.