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The investigation into the shocking gangrape incident at Gopalpur sea beach in Ganjam intensified as the Crime Branch launched its probe from various angles.

The officials of the investigating agency on Thursday extensively interrogated the male friend of the survivor at Gopalpur Police Station. Sources said that the questioning lasted for over an hour, focusing on multiple aspects of the incident to piece together a clearer timeline and motive.

The male companion, who was with the victim at the time of the incident, was reportedly questioned from various perspectives before being allowed to leave.

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