CI under VR booked for alleged rape in Palnadu district - The HinduPublished - April 29, 2026 10:28 pm IST - VINUKONDA (PALNADU DISTRICT)A Circle Inspector currently under VR in the Guntur Range has been booked on charges of rape following a complaint lodged by a 40-year-old woman in Vinukonda town, police said on Wednesday.According to the police, the complainant, a native of Markapuram district and presently residing in Vinukonda in Palnadu district, approached the Vinukonda Town Police Station alleging sexual assault by B. China Mallaiah, a Circle Inspector.Published - April 29, 2026 10:28 pm ISTSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }