Widow Raped in UP's Hathras; Accused Absconding, Police Launch Manhunt

• A 24-year-old widow was allegedly raped by a 25-year-old man in a village under Sikandrarao police station limits in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh.
• The accused, a married man living opposite the victim's house, scaled a wall and broke in while her mother-in-law was away.
• The victim, who has two children, raised an alarm, causing the accused to flee after threatening her to remain silent.
• Police have registered a case and are actively probing the matter, with Circle Officer (Sikandrarao) J N Asthana stating the accused will be arrested soon.
• The incident occurred on Sunday night; the victim's husband died in an accident around two years ago.