A 30-year-old Bengaluru architect fled from a sexually abusing taxi driver who was also trying to take her in the wrong direction by leaping from a moving Rapido bike.
According to the sources the woman, who requested anonymity, reserved a Rapido bike for Indiranagar on April 21 at 11:10 p.m. The rider, who had taken her phone under the pretence of checking the OTP, actually made his way to Doddaballapura.
Driver remained silent and drives at high speed
The driver kept driving at a high speed of 60 kmph while being repeatedly questioned by the woman. She grabbed her phone back and saw that the driver was inebriated. He groped her while grabbing her phone back. Near the BMS Institute of Technology and Management, the woman was able to make a friend call for assistance before jumping off the speeding bike and suffering injuries.
Accused identified and arrested
Following the incident, the taxi aggregator did not get in touch with the woman. A 27-year-old resident of Tindlu named Deepak Rao was the driver. According to a senior police officer, the suspect was detained and charged with sexual harassment, kidnapping, assault, or using criminal force against a woman with the intent to violate her modesty and cause harm by engaging in conduct that endangers the life or personal safety of others.
Importance of safety measures for women
The significance of safety measures for women in India is highlighted by this incident. Women are frequently left to fend for themselves and are frequently the victims of sexual harassment and assault in this nation. It is essential that transport providers take the required actions to ensure the safety of their patrons, particularly women. Additionally, it’s critical for women to be aware of their surroundings and take the appropriate safety precautions.