Victim in Koyambedu flyover hit-and-run case was sexually harassed by accused at pub
An 18-year-old girl was killed in a hit-and-run incident in Chennai following a confrontation at a pub. Police have arrested seven individuals after reports that the victim and her friend were sexually harassed by the group prior to the fatal collision.
Why it matters
This incident highlights critical issues regarding public safety, nightlife security, and the prevalence of gender-based violence in urban settings.
The 18-year-old girl, who was killed by a gang of drunk youths in a hit-and-run case after a quarrel inside a private bar on Saturday night, and her 17-year-old friend, who remains in a critical condition, were allegedly sexually harassed by the gang inside the bar. The Koyambedu police have so far arrested seven persons in connection with the case, including three who were apprehended on Sunday.
The report provides a factual account of police statements and witness testimony without emotive language.
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