A Dalit youth was allegedly subjected to inhuman treatment and assaulted in Rajasthan’s Jhunjhunu district, following which police arrested the main accused, officials said.
The incident took place in Jhajhadiya Ki Dhani in Khinwasar village under the Gudhagaurji police station area. Police have identified the accused as Rakesh Dadiya, who was arrested after the victim filed a complaint.
According to police, the victim, Pawan Meghwal, a resident of Jhajhadiya Ki Dhani, lodged an FIR alleging that he was forcibly taken away and assaulted by the accused.
Victim Alleges He Was Taken to Isolated Spot and Assaulted
In his complaint, Pawan said he was sitting at a local shop in the village on Monday evening around 8:30 pm when Rakesh arrived and allegedly forced him onto a tractor.
The accused reportedly took him to a deserted location where he allegedly stripped him, forced him to consume alcohol, and assaulted him.
The accused took me to an isolated place, removed my clothes and beat me badly,” the victim alleged in his police complaint.
Gold Chain and Cash Also Allegedly Stolen
The complaint further stated that the accused allegedly snatched Pawan’s gold chain and took money from his pocket during the incident.
The victim also accused the man of tying him to a tractor and dragging him, causing serious physical injuries.
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