A 32-year-old doctor and three of his associates have been taken into custody in Bijnor following a complaint filed by a 24-year-old Dalit woman. The woman accused the doctor of sexually exploiting her under the false promise of marriage and coercing her into terminating her pregnancy.
Details of the Case
According to police officials, the doctor is married and allegedly developed a relationship with the woman while she was employed at his hospital. In her formal complaint, the woman stated that the doctor promised to marry her. However, after she became pregnant, he pressured her to undergo an abortion. She further alleged that the doctor, along with his three friends, forced her to convert to their religion.
Political Reaction
The case has garnered political attention, with a local Member of the Legislative Assembly meeting the woman and expressing concern over the allegations. The MLA claimed that the woman was coerced into changing her religion.
Arrests Made
Police arrested the primary accused on June 3. His three friends were apprehended on Monday. Bijnor Superintendent of Police Abhishek Jha stated, "During the investigation, the names of three additional accused emerged. Acting on evidence gathered during the probe, all three were arrested."
Ongoing Investigation
The police are continuing their investigation into the matter. Further details are awaited as the legal process unfolds.
