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Nepali National Convicted of Child Assault Escapes Chennai Prison
A 21-year-old Nepali citizen convicted of child assault has escaped from Chennai's Central Prison. The escapee, identified as Sudeep Bogati, was held in the foreign nationals' section of the facility.
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Sudeep Bogati, a Nepali national, has escaped from Chennai's Central Prison, prompting authorities to launch a manhunt. The 21-year-old was serving time in the prison's foreign nationals' block following conviction in a child assault case.
Bogati, who had resided in Padi locality in Chennai, was arrested in connection with charges related to the assault of a minor. Details surrounding the timing and circumstances of his escape from the high-security facility remain unclear, with prison authorities investigating the breach.
The escape has raised concerns about security protocols at the prison. Authorities have intensified search operations across Chennai and surrounding areas as they work to apprehend the fugitive. Police have urged the public to report any sightings of the suspect.
The incident marks a significant security lapse at the facility, which houses convicts awaiting or serving sentences. Officials said further details would be released following a complete assessment of the escape.