Mumbai: Goregaon Police Arrest 20-Year-Old for Raping 75-Year-Old Woman

Mumbai, 24th January 2025: A 20-year-old man has been apprehended by police for allegedly raping a 75-year-old woman in the Dindoshi area of Goregaon.

The assault occurred on January 8. Authorities reported that the elderly woman lived alone in a modest home, with her daughter and sister residing nearby and visiting her occasionally.

Police were able to identify the suspect through CCTV footage. This surveillance system was installed by the woman’s family to enhance her safety, and her daughter and sister were monitoring it remotely.

Family members noted that the elderly woman suffers from dementia and memory impairment. On the afternoon of January 8, an intruder entered her residence while she was sleeping, assaulted her, and then fled.

The crime was discovered on January 12 when the woman’s daughter checked the CCTV footage during her visit. Shocked to see the assault taking place, she promptly contacted the police and submitted the video as evidence.

Following her complaint, law enforcement registered a case and initiated an investigation. Thanks to the CCTV footage, the police were able to identify and arrest the suspect within two hours, according to an officer.

During questioning, the suspect admitted to having observed the elderly woman for some time. On the day of the incident, he entered her home, saw her clothes scattered, and proceeded to commit the crime.

Authorities have filed charges under sections 64(1) and 332(B) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. After his arrest on January 12, the suspect was brought before a court and is currently in judicial custody, as stated by the officer.