Man Arrested in Meerganj for Harassing Women
Bareilly police arrested Santosh Kumar for making obscene comments to women near Sindhauli village under the Mission Shakti campaign.
In a swift crackdown on public nuisance and harassment, the Meerganj police in Bareilly have apprehended a man for allegedly targeting women with lewd and obscene comments. The arrest was carried out as part of the ongoing Mission Shakti campaign, which aims to ensure the safety and dignity of women in public spaces.
The Trap at Sindhauli Village
The incident came to light on Monday when a police team, led by female Sub-Inspector Renu Rani, was conducting routine patrols in the area. Acting on a tip-off from a reliable source, the Anti-Romeo squad moved toward the vicinity of GPS Inter College in Sindhauli village.
The informant reported that a man was persistently bothering women as they passed through the locality. The police team acted quickly, surrounding the area and successfully intercepting the suspect at approximately 2:00 PM.
Identity of the Accused
The individual taken into custody has been identified as 28-year-old Santosh Kumar. Investigations revealed that Kumar is the son of Ganesh Yadav and is originally a resident of Beli Road, Brahmasthani, located near BB College in Patna, Bihar. However, he had been staying near the ITI College in Sindhauli village at the time of his arrest.
Legal Action and Charges
According to local authorities, the suspect's indecent behavior had caused significant distress and fear among the women residing in and passing through the neighborhood. Following his arrest, the police initiated formal legal proceedings.
- FIR Number: 488/26
- Police Station: Meerganj
- Legal Charge: Section 296 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS)
The Meerganj police confirmed that a case has been officially registered and further legal actions are currently underway to ensure the perpetrator faces the consequences of his actions.