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51-Year-Old Man Arrested For Sexually Assaulting 2-Year-Old Girl In Maval

2-year-old girl lured with ice cream, assaulted. Accused arrested, remanded to police custody.

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Fri, 04 September 2026 at 02:28 pm
51-Year-Old Man Arrested For Sexually Assaulting 2-Year-Old Girl In Maval

A shocking incident of sexual assault on a 2-year-old girl has been reported in Takwe Budruk, Maval tehsil, Pune. The incident occurred on Tuesday between 11am and noon, when a 51-year-old man, identified as Balu Namdev Asawale, allegedly lured the girl with ice cream and took her inside a milk dairy where he assaulted her.

According to the police, the girl, who is 2 years and 10 months old, was approached by Asawale, who told her that he would buy her ice cream. The girl later told her mother about the incident, who then approached the Vadgaon Maval police station and filed a complaint.

The police registered a case against Asawale and arrested him. He was produced before a local court, which remanded him to police custody until September 8. The police are now questioning him and investigating the circumstances of the incident.

The incident has caused outrage among the residents of Maval, with demands for strict action against the accused. The police have assured that they are investigating the incident thoroughly and will take necessary action.

The incident highlights the need for increased vigilance and safety measures to protect children from such crimes. The police have urged parents to be cautious and to educate their children about strangers and potential dangers.

The investigation is ongoing, and the police are working to gather more evidence and build a strong case against the accused. The incident has sent shockwaves in the community, and the residents are demanding justice for the victim.

The court's decision to remand the accused to police custody until September 8 will allow the police to conduct further investigations and gather more evidence. The police are also looking into the accused's background and any potential previous offenses.

The incident is a grim reminder of the need for increased awareness and safety measures to protect children from sexual assault and other crimes. The police and the community must work together to prevent such incidents and ensure that justice is served.

In conclusion, the incident of sexual assault on a 2-year-old girl in Maval is a shocking and disturbing one, and it highlights the need for increased vigilance and safety measures to protect children. The police are investigating the incident thoroughly, and the community is demanding justice for the victim.

Frequently asked questions

What happened to the 2-year-old girl in Maval?

The girl was allegedly sexually assaulted by a 51-year-old man who lured her with ice cream.

What action has been taken against the accused?

The accused has been arrested and remanded to police custody until September 8.

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