3 pose as cops, gang-rape Delhi teen near Kalkaji Mandir
Three men posing as police officers allegedly kidnapped and gang-raped a 17-year-old girl in a Delhi park. Police have arrested one suspect, who was injured during a shootout while attempting to evade capture.
Why it matters
This violent crime highlights ongoing concerns regarding public safety and the misuse of authority in urban areas of India.
NEW DELHI: A 17-year-old girl was allegedly sexually assaulted by three men at Astha Kunj Park near Kalkaji Mandir after the accused allegedly posed as policemen and separated her from her male friend, Delhi Police said.A PCR call regarding the alleged rape was received at around 8.45pm, following which the SHO of Amar Colony police station and staff reached the park, where the girl was found with her friend.According to the girl's statement, she and her friend had visited Kalkaji Mandir for darshan before entering Astha Kunj Park through Gate No. 7. The three men allegedly claimed to be policemen, separated the girl from her friend and took her to a secluded area.One of the accused, identified as Asif, allegedly threatened the girl with a firearm and knife before sexually assaulting her. The other two accused also allegedly sexually assaulted her, police said.
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