BackLAW
Rape accused escapes custody of Haryana Police in Ludhiana
Arjun Kumar, a rape-accused from Kosali in Rewari, was brought to Ludhiana by train to recover crucial evidence. During a halt near Ludhiana railway station, he allegedly pushed a constable and escaped. A case was registered against him under sections 262, 221, and 132 of the BNS, with local police alerted.
Why It Matters
The incident highlights custody-security concerns during inter-city transfers of detainees and the potential risks to law enforcement personnel.
Timeline
3 Events
Local police alerted; case registered against the accused under BNS sections
May 2, 2026
The Rewari police team immediately alerted the local police, following which a case was registered against the accused under sections 262 (escaping from custody), 221 (obstruction of a public servant performing official duties), and 132 (assault or criminal force used to deter a public servant from discharging duty) of the BNS. Investigating officer ASI Baldev Singh stated the details of the complaint.
Arrival in Ludhiana and halt near the railway station; washroom break and escape
April 14, 2026
After arriving in Ludhiana, the team halted at a dhaba near the railway station. During the halt, the accused requested to use the washroom. Constable Ramandeep accompanied him, but he allegedly pushed the constable and fled the spot. A brief chase followed, but he escaped.
Arrest of Arjun Kumar in Rewari and transfer to Ludhiana to recover mobile phone
April 14, 2026
Arjun Kumar, identified as a rape accused from Kosali in Rewari, was arrested on April 14, 2026. A police team had brought him to Ludhiana by train to recover his mobile phone, which was considered crucial evidence in the case.