In a chilling incident captured on CCTV in Maharashtra, a woman was groped, dragged, and assaulted for nearly 15 minutes on an isolated, dark road. The footage shows the attacker repeatedly hitting the crying victim while she desperately points toward a nearby building for help. Taking full advantage of the shadows and lack of witnesses, the man harassed her relentlessly before fleeing.
The assault unfolded outside the building she indicated, highlighting the brazen nature of the attack in a public yet poorly lit area. Local residents reported hearing screams but hesitated to intervene due to fear. The 10-15 minute ordeal has sparked outrage, with activists demanding better street lighting and faster police patrols in vulnerable spots.
Police have launched a manhunt, using the clear CCTV footage to identify both the accused and the victim. They urge the woman to come forward for support and testimony, while circulating the man's description: mid-30s, wearing dark clothing. No arrests have been made yet, but investigations point to a possible local resident familiar with the area.
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In a separate, gut-wrenching case from Mumbai, a 20-year-old deaf and mute woman was raped and impregnated by her own father, confirmed via DNA evidence. The horror came to light in September 2025 when her grandmother noticed stomach discomfort and rushed her to a hospital. Tests revealed a fifth-month pregnancy, shattering the family's silence.
Initially, the victim was too traumatized to give a statement, and her father refused to cooperate or file complaints. Mumbai Police investigated thoroughly, collecting DNA and blood samples from 17 suspects, including the father. The January 27 report delivered a devastating match, leading to his immediate arrest on charges of rape and incest.
These back-to-back incidents underscore a disturbing rise in violence against women in Maharashtra, prompting calls for stricter laws, community vigilance, and support for vulnerable groups like the differently-abled. Authorities promise swift justice, but public fury grows amid fears of recurring threats.
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