In a dramatic turn of events, Akshay Shinde, the primary accused in the Badlapur sexual assault case, was shot during an exchange of fire with police on Monday. Shinde, who was accused of sexually assaulting two minor girls at a school in Badlapur, Thane district, attempted to escape police custody by snatching a firearm from one of the officers.
The incident occurred while Shinde was being transported from Taloja jail to Badlapur for further investigation. According to police reports, Shinde managed to seize a revolver from a police officer and opened fire, injuring one officer. In the ensuing chaos, police retaliated, resulting in Shinde being critically injured.
Shinde was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. The Thane police have formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the incident and ensure a thorough investigation into the circumstances leading to the exchange of fire.
The Badlapur sexual assault case has garnered significant attention, with public outrage over the heinous crime. Shinde, who worked as a cleaner at the school, was arrested on August 17. Parents of the victims pressed for a formal complaint despite initial delays in filing the FIR1.
The police have assured the public that all aspects of the case will be investigated to ensure justice is served.
The incident has sparked debate about the use of force by law enforcement agencies in such cases. While some support the police action, others have raised concerns about the potential for excessive force.
The investigation into the sexual assault case is ongoing, and further details are expected to emerge as the investigation progresses.
