In a swift action by the Gurgaon Police, a 23-year-old cab driver was arrested on Thursday for allegedly molesting a woman passenger during a ride from Sector 47 to Cyber Hub. The accused, identified as Vijay Kumar, a BTech graduate from Prayagraj, was driving his personal car when he allegedly made obscene gestures and behaved inappropriately with the woman during the journey.
Incident Details
According to the complaint, the woman, who works at a private company, had booked the cab from her residence in Sector 47 on the morning of May 21. During the ride, the driver allegedly continued his inappropriate behavior despite her objections. The victim recorded a video on her mobile phone and repeatedly asked him to stop the vehicle. Station House Officer (SHO) of the Sector 51 women police station, Suman, stated that the woman remained inside the cab for approximately 10 to 15 minutes during the incident.
“The driver refused to stop initially despite repeated requests. He stopped only after she warned him, after which she got down and immediately informed the police control room (112),” the SHO said.
Legal Action
Based on the complaint, a case was registered under sections 74 (assault or use of criminal force against a woman with intent to outrage her modesty) and 75(2) (sexual harassment) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita at Sadar police station. Multiple police teams traced the accused to Bhondsi using technical surveillance and local inputs, leading to his arrest within 90 minutes of the complaint.
Vehicle Seized
Police said the car used in the incident has been seized. During interrogation, the accused admitted that he was operating the cab using his personal vehicle. The woman’s prompt recording of the incident and quick alert to the police were instrumental in the swift arrest, officials said.
“Gurgaon Police remains vigilant in cases involving crimes against women, and the public should immediately contact emergency helpline number 112 or approach the nearest police station in case of harassment or suspicious activity,” the SHO added.
Police Appeal
The police have urged citizens to remain alert and report any instances of harassment without delay. This case highlights the importance of using technology to document evidence and the effectiveness of prompt reporting in ensuring justice.
