Nashik family outing turns violent; nine detained
Nine individuals have been detained by Igatpuri police following a violent attack on a Nashik family near the Bhavli Dam. The assailants harassed a woman in the group and subsequently attacked the family's vehicle with weapons during a 20-kilometer chase.
Why it matters
The incident highlights growing concerns regarding tourist safety and lawlessness in popular recreational areas in rural Maharashtra.
The Igatpuri police have detained nine individuals in connection with an attack on a family and the destruction of their vehicle near the Bhavli Dam waterfall area. One of the accused has a prior murder case against him, and the police are searching for one more person.
The incident occurred on Sunday (July 12, 2026) when a family from Nashik visited the location. Two men allegedly whistled at and harassed a woman from the group. The family objected, and the accused then became aggressive, joined by 8-10 others, including some who run food stalls nearby. The group abused the family and assaulted them.
A damaged car is seen two days after a woman tourist was allegedly molested and her family members were attacked by a group of assailants at Bhavali Dam. | Photo Credit: PTI
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