Macherla woman raped at knifepoint in her home Thursday afternoon
India
A woman in Macherla, Andhra Pradesh, was attacked and raped at knifepoint in her own home on Thursday afternoon.
The accused reportedly entered by asking for water and escaped right after.
The victim, who works as a government employee, is now recovering in the hospital and is said to be stable.
Forensic teams collect evidence in Macherla
Forensic teams have collected evidence from the scene, while special police units are checking call records and CCTV footage to track down the suspect.
Superintendent of Police PK Srinivasa Rao shared that important clues have been found and their teams are working nonstop.
Neighbors found the woman unconscious after family couldn't reach her.