Ahmedabad Gold Trader's Two-Year Ordeal Ends with FIR Registration
In a case that highlights significant delays in police action, a 38-year-old businessman from Ahmedabad has finally succeeded in getting a First Information Report (FIR) registered with the Ranip police station, nearly two years after he was allegedly abducted and assaulted over a gold trading dispute. The incident, which occurred in March 2024, saw the victim, Rakesh Tiwari, endure a harrowing experience that only culminated in formal legal action on February 6, 2026.
The Alleged Abduction and Assault
According to the complaint filed by Tiwari, who operates a gold trading business from Ranip, the offence took place on the night of March 26-27, 2024. Tiwari alleges that he was lured to a settlement meeting related to gold transactions near Arihant Jewellers on Kashiba Road. Upon arrival, he was forcibly taken from his car by a group of 10-12 men, blindfolded, and driven around for several hours to multiple locations.
These locations included a cowshed, an under-construction market area, and a farmhouse, where Tiwari claims he was brutally beaten, threatened with sharp weapons, and coerced into disclosing sensitive details about his gold transactions. During this ordeal, his business partner was also allegedly abducted and assaulted, compounding the trauma of the event.
Delayed Police Response and Repeated Representations
Despite returning home safely after the incident, Tiwari did not immediately approach the police, possibly due to fear or intimidation. It was not until June 2024, nearly three months later, that he submitted his first application to the authorities. However, he claims that he received threats soon after, which deterred him from pursuing a formal complaint at that time.
In a further twist, on June 18, 2024, some of the alleged accused were reportedly caught conducting reconnaissance near Tiwari's house by locals, who then handed them over to the police. Despite this development, no FIR was registered at that stage, raising serious questions about the efficacy of police procedures and their responsiveness to such grave allegations.
Evidence and Final FIR Registration
Frustrated by the lack of action, Tiwari submitted another application after nearly 15 months, this time attaching a comprehensive dossier of evidence. This included details of WhatsApp messages, CCTV footage, mobile phone records, and documents related to gold transactions, all of which he claims are in his possession and substantiate his allegations.
Finally, on February 6, 2026, the police filed a case, booking individuals including a jeweller named Sandeep Singh Rajput of Manek Chowk, Mahipal Singh Rajput, and others. This marks a significant, albeit delayed, step in addressing the alleged crimes.
Broader Implications and Concerns
The prolonged delay in police action, despite repeated representations from Tiwari, has sparked concerns about the process and potential lapses in law enforcement. Such incidents underscore the challenges faced by victims in navigating the legal system, especially when dealing with powerful or intimidating adversaries in business disputes.
This case serves as a stark reminder of the importance of timely and effective police intervention in ensuring justice and safety for citizens, particularly in matters involving serious allegations like abduction and assault.
