Lucknow, India – The Uttar Pradesh Police has once again come under scrutiny after allegations emerged against a constable at the Chhatta police station in Agra district. The constable is accused of raping and hanging a 25-year-old Dalit nurse, casting a dark shadow over the reputation of the law enforcement agency in the region.
The victim, who worked at a kidney center in Gurugram, was allegedly exploited by the constable, who had promised her marriage. Despite attempts by the victim’s family to discuss marriage with the constable’s family, their proposal was rejected. This ultimately led to the horrifying crime, with the victim’s body found hanging from the constable’s rented room on December 29.
The police swiftly responded to the family’s complaint, leading to the constable’s arrest. A post-mortem report confirmed the cause of death as hanging, shedding light on the brutality of the crime.
This disturbing incident is not an isolated one in Uttar Pradesh, as recent cases have pointed to a disturbing trend within the state’s police force. In Deoria district, a retired inspector faced charges of raping a woman for four years on the false promise of marriage, while a girl preparing for the UPSC exam in Lucknow accused an ATS SP of rape and abortion.
These distressing cases highlight a deep-rooted issue within the Uttar Pradesh Police, prompting questions about the effectiveness of the law and order system in the state. The National Commission for Women’s statistics reveal an alarming situation, with over half of the crimes against women in the country being reported in Uttar Pradesh.
The string of troubling cases casts a shadow over the integrity of the police force and raises concerns about the safety and security of women in the state. The Uttar Pradesh Police faces an uphill battle to restore public trust and ensure the protection of all citizens.