In a shocking incident captured on CCTV, a woman in Kohlapur, Maharashtra, was dragged by an auto-rickshaw driver for approximately 200 metres following a fight between them. The distressing footage quickly went viral on social media, highlighting the gravity of the incident.
The incident, which occurred on Thursday, showed the woman being forcefully dragged by the auto-rickshaw while bystanders chased after the vehicle, attempting to rescue her. The woman suffered injuries and was subsequently admitted to City Hospital in Rajarampuri, where she is reported to be in stable condition, according to sources.
A case has been registered at the Rajarampuri police station against the unidentified auto-rickshaw driver, and authorities have initiated a search operation to locate and apprehend the accused.
This is not the first time such an alarming incident has occurred involving an auto-rickshaw driver in Maharashtra. In a similar incident last year in Thane city, a 21-year-old college student was allegedly molested and dragged by an auto-rickshaw driver. The video of that incident also went viral on social media, sparking conversations about road safety and police patrolling.
The involvement of CCTV footage in capturing such incidents has become crucial in identifying and prosecuting the culprits. It serves as a reminder of the importance of surveillance systems in maintaining public safety and holding individuals accountable for their actions.
Authorities are working diligently to ensure that the accused in the Kohlapur incident is swiftly apprehended and brought to justice. Such incidents highlight the need for increased vigilance and stricter measures to protect the safety and well-being of citizens.
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