PC: asianetnews
In a shocking incident, a woman waiting for a bus late at night at KR Market was allegedly gang-raped and robbed by two men. The incident took place around 11:30 pm near Godown Street under the jurisdiction of KR Market police station.
The victim, a mother of four daughters, had come from Tamil Nadu to visit her brother in Bengaluru. She was looking for a bus to Yelahanka at K.R. Market when she approached the accused for directions. The two men, named Saravana and Ganesh, offered to show her the way but instead they took her to a secluded spot on Godown Street and assaulted her.
After the assault, the men allegedly stole her mobile phone, ₹650 cash, a gold bracelet, earrings, silver anklets and her mangalsutra and fled the spot. They also threatened her not to report the incident to anyone.
The victim's suffering is heartbreaking. Married at a young age, she was abandoned by her husband after the birth of four daughters. After her husband's second marriage, she left her home due to disputes and took refuge in an ashram where she grew up in her childhood.
Struggling to make a living, the woman kept moving from one place to another. After living with her sister for some time and then working as a housekeeper in a paying guest accommodation, she decided to visit her brother in the hope of finding some stability.
Not having enough money for the bus fare, she tried to use a free bus service but was denied entry as she did not have an Aadhaar card. Determined, she somehow managed to collect ₹650 by asking for help near the market to get her card printed and buy a ticket. Sadly, it was during this attempt that she met the accused, who lured her on the pretext of helping her reach Yelahanka.
Following the victim's complaint, a case was registered at the Bengaluru Central Women's Police Station. Saravana and Ganesh were soon arrested. Both men, who worked as labourers at the market, are now in police custody and investigations are underway.
The incident has sparked outrage, highlighting the vulnerability of women, especially those in distress. Authorities have assured strict action against the culprits and promised to help the victim in her recovery.
