Tamil Nadu Man Arrested For Sexually Assaulting 50-year-old Woman Near Park

A 24-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a 50-year-old woman near a park in Tirupathur district, police said. The incident allegedly occurred early on Monday morning when the woman was on her way to work. The case comes amid growing public and political concern over crimes against women in the state.

According to police, the accused allegedly followed the woman before dragging her into the park and sexually assaulting her. The survivor later approached the police and filed a complaint, following which a case was registered. Investigators traced the suspect and arrested him in connection with the alleged assault.

Police said the accused was already out on bail on medical grounds in a separate hurt case. Investigators are also examining reports that he had been undergoing treatment for mental health-related issues. His medical records are being verified as part of the investigation, while officials said further legal action would be taken based on the findings of the probe.

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The incident has been reported amid heightened concern over a series of crimes against women in Tamil Nadu. The issue has triggered political exchanges between the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam and opposition parties, with women’s safety emerging as a major law-and-order concern. The government has rejected allegations that it has failed to adequately protect women.

The state government recently announced a dedicated women’s police force named Singappen, aimed at strengthening women’s safety and improving the police response to crimes against women. Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has also directed district Collectors and Superintendents of Police to give the highest priority to women’s safety and intensify action against narcotics.

The Chief Minister has linked the increase in certain crimes to what he described as unrestricted drug abuse during the previous DMK government, an allegation that has added to the political debate. Meanwhile, investigators in the Tirupathur case are continuing to establish the circumstances surrounding the alleged assault and verify the accused’s medical history as the legal process moves forward.

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