Accused Escapes During Transport, Later Apprehended
The Gurugram police have successfully re-arrested an accused in a car embezzlement case who had escaped from police custody in Madhya Pradesh earlier this month. The individual, identified as Prakash Rajak (27), a resident of Ranguwan village in Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, was taken back into custody after a brief period on the run.
Escape Incident on July 1
Rajak had escaped on July 1 while being brought to Gurugram for questioning. According to police officials, he fled from a police vehicle at a petrol pump in Garoth town, Mandsaur district, when the vehicle stopped for refuelling. The escape prompted immediate departmental action against the personnel responsible for his custody.
Departmental Inquiries Initiated
Following the escape, departmental inquiries were initiated against the station house officer (SHO) and the moharrir head constable (MHC) of the Sector 14 police station. The police have not disclosed the specific details of the inquiry but confirmed that both officials are under scrutiny for the lapse in security.
Background of the Case
The case stems from a complaint lodged at the Sector 14 police station by a representative of Vidya Blue Birds. The complainant alleged that a company car, which had been left for repairs at UA Automobiles Workshop on Sheetla Mata Mandir Road, had gone missing. During the investigation, the police discovered that Rajak, a former employee of the company, had taken the vehicle. A case was subsequently registered against him.
Re-Arrest and Current Status
After his escape, Rajak was re-arrested by the Gurugram police. The exact location and circumstances of his re-arrest have not been disclosed. He is currently in police custody and further investigation is ongoing. The police have assured that necessary measures are being taken to prevent similar incidents in the future.
