Ahmedabad Security Guard Arrested for Allegedly Raping 23-YO Student

A 23-year-old interior design student was allegedly raped and assaulted by a security guard at a residential society in Ahmedabad. The incident occurred on Saturday night when the woman went to the terrace to walk while speaking to someone on the phone. The accused, identified as Dharam Singh, had been working as a security guard at the housing society for just four days.

According to police, Singh allegedly approached the woman and demanded sexual favours. When she refused, he allegedly assaulted her and sexually assaulted her. Police said the accused allegedly used a wire to restrain and choke her during the attack. The woman later told police that she was unable to raise an alarm because she was being restrained.

The alleged assault continued for around an hour, police said. Singh allegedly took the woman's mobile phone, locked her on the terrace and fled. Neighbours rescued the woman after she raised an alarm. Her screams alerted neighbours, who came to her assistance.

CCTV footage reportedly became crucial to the investigation. Police said Singh was seen taking a lift to the fifth floor before heading towards the terrace. Around 90 minutes later, at approximately 8:52 pm, he was captured leaving the building.

Multiple teams comprising local police and Crime Branch personnel were formed to trace the accused. Investigators examined CCTV footage from the area and conducted a search operation. Singh, a native of Hardoi district in Uttar Pradesh, was arrested around 8 am on Sunday near Hebatpur, within hours of the alleged incident.

Police said his mobile phone had been switched off after the incident. On Sunday night, police took Singh to the Hebatpur area to recover the mobile phone allegedly taken from the woman. During the recovery operation, police said Singh attempted to escape and allegedly tried to snatch the service pistol of an inspector. He was shot in the leg during the escape bid.

The incident has raised concerns about the safety and security of residents in the area. The police have assured that they will take necessary measures to prevent such incidents in the future.

The accused, Dharam Singh, has been arrested and charged with rape and assault. The investigation is ongoing, and the police are collecting evidence to build a strong case against the accused.

The incident is a reminder of the need for increased security measures in residential societies and the importance of verifying the background of security personnel. It is also a call to action for residents to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.

In conclusion, the alleged rape and assault of a 23-year-old student by a security guard in Ahmedabad is a disturbing incident that highlights the need for improved security measures and increased awareness about safety and security. The police have taken swift action in arresting the accused, and the investigation is ongoing.