
Undertrial Rape Accused Escapes Police Custody in Ahmedabad
What Happened?
Radhe alias Gopal Thakkar, an undertrial rape accused, escaped police custody in Ahmedabad after being misled by ASI Rajesh Dayaram, who is also absconding.
Key points
- Radhe alias Gopal Thakkar was accused in a rape case registered at Naroda Police Station.
- He escaped police custody on October 29, 2026, after being taken towards Vastral instead of Sabarmati Central Jail.
- ASI Rajesh Dayaram allegedly violated security procedures, facilitating the escape.
- The police control room received a message about the escape at 7:49 PM on October 29.
- Both the accused and ASI Rajesh Dayaram are currently absconding, with police teams searching for them.
Key insights
- This escape could lead to increased scrutiny of police escort protocols.
- The incident may prompt legal actions against the involved officers.
- Public trust in law enforcement could be affected due to this incident.
Why it matters
The incident raises concerns about police procedures and accountability in handling undertrial prisoners.
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Source
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