Wadi Police have apprehended Santosh Mahadev Das, aged 28, accused of a string of assaults and molestations targeting women in their homes. The arrest follows complaints from 32 women, prompting heightened community vigilance and a swift law enforcement response.
Santosh Das, employed at a pipe company in Wadi, has been identified as the alleged perpetrator behind a disturbing series of incidents that have rocked the community. Police sources describe him as a psychopath who wreaked havoc in a Wadi colony over a span of 15 days.
According to police accounts, Santosh’s modus operandi involved clandestinely entering homes during the early hours of the morning, where he would proceed to assault and molest women. Even in instances where women were absent, he brazenly ransacked their belongings, displaying a brazen disregard for personal privacy and safety.
In one particularly harrowing encounter on April 15, Santosh intruded into the home of a 76-year-old woman, initiating a confrontation that left the elderly resident traumatized. The presence of the woman’s granddaughter prompted Santosh to flee, but not before leaving a trail of fear and indignation in his wake.
The escalating sense of fear and outrage within the community prompted citizens to take matters into their own hands, with relatives of victims and local residents organizing night patrols armed with sticks. It was during one of these patrols that Wadi Police apprehended Santosh in suspicious circumstances.
Following interrogation, Santosh confessed to his crimes, leading to the registration of a case against him. The arrest marks a significant victory for law enforcement and underscores the importance of community solidarity in combating such heinous acts.
As the legal process unfolds, Wadi Police have urged citizens to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities promptly. The swift apprehension of Santosh Mahadev Das serves as a testament to the dedication of law enforcement in ensuring the safety and security of all residents within the community.