Jaipur Police Suspends Two Officers Over Negligence in Pregnant Woman Molestation Case
In a significant disciplinary action, the Jaipur police department suspended two of its personnel on Sunday for alleged negligence in handling a sensitive molestation case involving a pregnant woman in the Malviya Nagar area. The suspended officers are Assistant Sub-Inspector Mahesh Chand and Head Constable Angadram, who served as the initial investigating officer. Both were suspended with immediate effect, and departmental proceedings have been initiated against them.
Details of the Incident
The action stems from an incident reported on March 25, where a woman alleged that she was molested by a man in a lane near Sector 9 in Malviya Nagar. According to the official complaint, the accused approached her from behind around 6:10 PM, grabbed her, and touched her inappropriately before fleeing the scene. Officials further stated that when the woman raised an alarm, the accused threatened her with a stone and managed to escape.
Police Response and Investigation
A case was promptly registered at the Jawahar Circle police station under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Given the seriousness of the incident, the investigation was later transferred to the station house officer to ensure a thorough probe. Police formed multiple teams, including the District Special Team (DST), to trace the accused.
Investigators conducted an extensive examination of CCTV footage covering nearly a 3-kilometer radius around the crime scene. They prepared a detailed route map and utilized technical inputs to identify the suspect. Teams were dispatched to arrest the accused and also to apprehend a person suspected of providing him shelter.
The victim's identity has not been revealed to protect her privacy, in accordance with Supreme Court directives on cases related to sexual assault.
Implications and Ongoing Actions
This suspension highlights the police department's commitment to accountability and proper handling of sensitive cases, particularly those involving vulnerable individuals like pregnant women. The departmental proceedings aim to address the alleged lapses and ensure such negligence does not recur. The ongoing investigation continues to focus on apprehending the accused and delivering justice in this distressing case.
