Pune Auto Driver Faces Charges for Molesting 11-Year-Old Girl
In a disturbing incident in Pune, the Yewalewadi police have officially registered a case against a 30-year-old autorickshaw driver. The driver stands accused of molesting an 11-year-old girl near her residence, located off the Katraj-Kondhwa Road. The alleged crime took place around 4 PM on Wednesday, sending shockwaves through the local community.
Complaint Filed After Minor Discloses Harrowing Experience
The young victim's mother promptly lodged a formal complaint with the authorities after her daughter courageously narrated the traumatic incident to her. According to police statements, the girl's father was away in Nashik for professional commitments at the time, while her mother was present at home. The suspect, who reportedly resides opposite the girl's house, allegedly approached the child while she was playing in an open area near her home.
The complaint details that the auto driver forcibly embraced the minor. Displaying remarkable presence of mind, the girl managed to break free from his grip, immediately fleeing to the safety of her home where she disclosed everything to her mother.
Police Action and Legal Framework
Law enforcement officials have confirmed that they have successfully tracked the suspect's location and anticipate making an arrest imminently. "We have tracked the suspect's location, and will arrest him soon," affirmed an officer from the Yewalewadi police station.
The case has been registered under multiple stringent legal provisions:
- Sections 8 and 12 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act
- Sections 74 and 78 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) related to sexual assault, harassment, and stalking
This legal action underscores the seriousness with which authorities are treating this case of alleged child sexual abuse.
Community Impact and Safety Concerns
The incident has raised significant concerns about child safety in residential neighborhoods, particularly when parents may be occupied with work commitments. The fact that the alleged perpetrator lives in close proximity to the victim's family adds another layer of distress to this case.
Local residents are now calling for increased vigilance and security measures to protect children in open areas near their homes. The prompt response by the girl's mother and the subsequent police action demonstrate the importance of immediate reporting in such sensitive cases.
