Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: The Bhagyanagar police in Nanded district, in a swift investigation aimed at ensuring speedy legal action, filed a chargesheet in court within 48 hours of an alleged molestation and assault incident reported on Oct 16.
The accused — identified as Prahlad Digambar Mokampalle (25) and Gajanan Digambar Mokampalle (30), both residents of Dnyaneshwar Nagar in Navi Wadi — allegedly intervened in the discussion. The investigation was entrusted to woman police head constable Savita Kelgandre, who swiftly apprehended the accused, conducted a spot panchnama, examined key witnesses and recorded the complainant’s statement under section 183 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).
The incident occurred when a woman and her husband were discussing whether to send their daughters to school, according to the police. The accused allegedly slapped and punched the woman, pushed her to the ground and molested her. They also allegedly assaulted her family members during the incident.
Following a complaint, the police registered an FIR under sections 74, 115(2), 355 and 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and initiated an investigation. In this case, the team acted promptly, gathered the necessary evidence and completed the investigation-related formalities to file the chargesheet within 48 hours of the offence,” Nanded superintendent of police Neelabh Rohan said. Preventive action was also initiated against the accused under Section 126 of the BNSS, police said. The chargesheet was filed before the court within 48 hours to ensure prompt judicial proceedings,” he said.
The police said the chargesheet was filed promptly to ensure early legal proceedings in the case. Bhagyanagar police inspector Santosh Tambe said the team prioritised the case and ensured that the investigation was completed without delay. “The police department gives utmost priority to the safety and dignity of women. “We focused on collecting the relevant evidence, recording witness statements and completing the required legal procedures.