The Badlapur sexual assault case involving Akshay Shinde:
- Incident Overview: Akshay Shinde, accused of sexually assaulting two young girls at a school in Badlapur, Maharashtra, was shot dead by police.
- Police Encounter: Shinde snatched a revolver from a police officer and opened fire while being transported for investigation.
- Retaliatory Action: In response, police officers fired back, critically injuring Shinde.
- Location and Timing: The incident occurred at the Mumbra Bypass around 6:15 PM on September 23, 2024.
- Injuries Sustained: Officer Nilesh More was injured in the thigh during the exchange of gunfire.
- Accused’s Role: Shinde worked as a cleaner at the school where the assaults took place.
- Public Outrage: The case has drawn significant public attention and outrage, leading to additional charges against the school’s chairman and secretary under the POCSO Act.
- Special Investigation Team: A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been established to further investigate the case.
- Legal Proceedings: The Bombay High Court has taken suo motu cognisance of the incident and is monitoring the investigation.
- Government Response: The Maharashtra government has faced criticism over the handling of the case and has promised a thorough investigation.
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