Girl abducted from roadside, raped, killed in Delhi; cab driver arrested
A 29-year-old cab driver has been arrested in Delhi for the abduction, rape, and murder of an 11-year-old girl. The suspect, who had a history of criminal charges, was apprehended shortly after the crime and injured during a confrontation with police.
Why it matters
The incident has sparked public outcry regarding the safety of women and children in urban environments and the vetting processes for ride-hailing drivers.
The Delhi police have arrested a man, identified as Bashu Kumar Singh, for allegedly abducting an 11-year-old girl from Mehrauli in south Delhi, raping and murdering her and then disposing of her body in a forest along the Gurugram-Faridabad road, a senior officer said on Tuesday.
The article reports on a criminal investigation using official police statements and court records.
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