Free Fire Game Trap: Two Sisters Kidnapped, Accused Caught in Banaras
A man from UP used the Free Fire game to befriend and kidnap two sisters from Bihar. Police have arrested the accused and rescued both girls.
In a chilling incident that highlights the dangers of online gaming interactions, two sisters from Bihar were kidnapped after being lured by a man through the popular mobile game Free Fire. The accused, a resident of Uttar Pradesh, managed to trap both a 19-year-old and a 15-year-old girl by building a friendship through the gaming platform.
The Digital Trap: From Gaming to Kidnapping
The ordeal began when the accused, identified as Deepak Kumar Chaudhary, son of Balchand Chaudhary from Basti district, UP, connected with the sisters while playing Free Fire. Using the game as a gateway, he successfully obtained their mobile numbers and moved the conversation to social media platforms.
According to police investigations, the accused engaged in continuous chatting to build trust. He eventually manipulated the sisters by promising marriage, leading them to flee with him. The disappearance of the two girls sparked immediate alarm within their families.
Police Operation and Successful Rescue
Following a formal complaint lodged by the family on September 21 at the Narari Kalan police station in the Aurangabad district, the Bihar police launched an intensive search operation. Under the leadership of Station House Officer Ranvijay Singh and SI Santosh Kumar Singh, a team including the cyber cell was deployed to track the digital footprint of the accused.
The investigation led the police to Varanasi (Banaras), where they intercepted and apprehended Deepak Kumar Chaudhary. Upon his arrest, the accused revealed the location where he was keeping the sisters. The police acted swiftly, rescuing both the 19-year-old and the 15-year-old girl from the specified location.
Legal Action and Charges
The police have confirmed that both victims have been recovered safely. The accused has been taken into custody and faces serious legal consequences. The following actions have been taken:
- Arrest: The accused was apprehended in Varanasi and subsequently sent to jail.
- Charges: A case has been registered against Deepak Kumar Chaudhary under sections pertaining to kidnapping, attempted rape, and the POCSO Act, given the minor age of one of the victims.
- Investigation: Authorities are continuing to look into the digital trail used to facilitate the crime.
This incident serves as a stark warning to parents and guardians regarding the potential risks associated with unmonitored online gaming and social media interactions with strangers.