Kolkata: Another person has been arrested in connection with the alleged assault and rape threats made to a junior woman doctor at Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay Medical College and Hospital in Howrah district, West Bengal, police said on Wednesday.

The latest accused, identified as Sheikh Samrat, was taken into custody late on Tuesday, a police officer confirmed. With this arrest, a total of three individuals have been apprehended in connection with the incident that occurred at the hospital in Uluberia on Monday.

Earlier, a traffic home guard and his neighbour were arrested following a complaint lodged by the doctor.

"The incident took place after a pregnant woman from Kharia Maynapur was admitted to the hospital on Monday afternoon. During a routine check-up in the evening, the junior doctor was unable to perform a full physical examination due to the patient's medical complications," a police officer said.

Initial investigations revealed that following the check-up, the patient’s home guard relative and two others questioned the doctor about the patient’s condition.

"An argument ensued, during which the doctor was allegedly slapped, her arm twisted, and subjected to verbal abuse. The accused also allegedly issued threats of rape and warned her of consequences if she left the hospital premises," the officer added.

Police said the probe is ongoing and further action will be taken as required.