A disturbing incident has come to light in the Sen Paschim Para police station jurisdiction of Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, where a 14-year-old girl was allegedly harassed and faced an attempt of assault. The incident occurred on Monday evening when the victim was heading toward a local temple with her sister to participate in a community feast. According to the allegations, three youths from the same village intercepted the sisters along the way and forcibly dragged the 14-year-old toward a nearby forested area. When her sister attempted to intervene and resist their actions, she was reportedly beaten up by the perpetrators. Managing to escape from the clutches of the attackers, the sister rushed back home and informed her family members about the unfolding horror.
Assault during the journey to the feast, sister alerts the family
Upon learning about the incident from the distressed sister, the family members rushed immediately to the spot. They found the 14-year-old girl in an injured state. Without any delay, the family took her directly to the Sen Paschim Para police station to report the entire sequence of events. Following the receipt of the information, the police promptly initiated a formal inquiry into the matter. Law enforcement personnel are currently examining the crime scene and gathering relevant facts associated with the incident. Verification of the allegations is underway by collecting information from all concerned parties to ensure a comprehensive probe.
Police officials outline steps, action to follow named written complaint
Following the complaint lodged by the family, local police authorities have taken active cognizance of the situation. DCP South Deependra Nath Chaudhary stated that the matter has been duly noted and investigation has commenced. He added that once a formal written complaint containing specific names is received, those individuals will be officially added to the case records. The police will proceed with further legal action depending on the formal complaint and the verified facts emerging during the course of the inquiry.
ACP states initial findings do not point to gang rape
Ghatमपुर ACP Krishnakant stated that after receiving information regarding the incident, the police have been conducting an intensive investigation from all angles. He noted that at first glance, facts pointing toward gang rape have not emerged during the initial stages. Further action will be strictly determined by the written complaint and the evidence gathered through proper investigative channels. Police reiterated that the allegations of molestation and attempted assault can only be conclusively verified after the completion of the ongoing probe, and appropriate legal steps will follow accordingly.
