India, Dec. 26 -- A young woman from Odisha's Bhadrak district attempted suicide after she was allegedly raped by a neighbour, triggering fresh concern in the region which is already tense over crimes against women.

The incident took place in the Dhamra police station area of Chandbali block. According to the complaint, the accused youth, who lives in the victim's neighbourhood, went to her house a few days ago. Taking advantage of the absence of family members, he allegedly raped her.

Traumatised by the incident, the young woman reportedly consumed poison. She was initially admitted to the Dhamra Primary health Centre. As her condition worsened on Thursday, she was shifted to a private hospital in Cuttack, where she is currently underg...