Archive · 27 Jul 2026
Jharkhand HC Criticizes Slow Probe in Missing Girl Case
A 14-year-old girl went missing from Bokaro district in Jharkhand nearly six years ago.
The Jharkhand High Court is unhappy with how slow the investigation has been.
The court has asked the CBI to come and explain what they are doing to find the girl.
The CBI and CID are working together, but they haven't found any solid proof yet.
They found a girl in Bihar who looks similar, but her fingerprints didn't match.
The court wants the CBI to update them on the next hearing.
A 14-year-old girl went missing from Bokaro district on October 16, 2020.
The Jharkhand High Court expressed displeasure over the slow progress in the investigation.
The court directed the CBI SP to appear in person at the next hearing.
The CBI and CID are investigating, with a potential lead in Bihar.
The court seeks more concrete evidence and faster resolution.
- Who
- A 14-year-old girl from Bokaro district
- What
- Disappearance and ongoing investigation
- When
- October 16, 2020
- Where
- Pindrajora police station area, Bokaro district
- Why
- To find the missing girl and bring the perpetrators to justice
Court's Perspective
Investigative Agencies' Perspective
Investigation Progress
Court's Perspective
The court is dissatisfied with the slow progress and lack of concrete measures in the investigation.
Investigative Agencies' Perspective
The CBI and CID are actively investigating, utilizing technical expertise and resources.
Evidence and Leads
Court's Perspective
The court seeks more concrete evidence and faster resolution despite the 90% facial resemblance not confirmed by fingerprints.
Investigative Agencies' Perspective
The agencies have followed leads, including a potential match in Bihar, but require more time for verification.
- Date of Disappearance
- October 16, 2020
- Location of Disappearance
- Pindrajora police station area, Bokaro district
- Items Recovered
- Bicycle, slippers, and books
- Current Status
- CBI and CID are investigating, with a potential lead in Bihar
- Next Court Hearing
- Tuesday at 2:15 p.m.