Dragged, assaulted, dumped on road: Kolkata woman molested by friend inside moving car; accused arrested after 2km chase
Times of India
by TAMAGHNA BANERJEEFebruary 23, 2026
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A 20-year-old woman was allegedly forced into a car by her friend, who subjected her to severe physical assault and molestation while driving through Kolkata. The suspect, identified as Arnab Shaw, initially fled the scene but was intercepted by police after a 2km chase on Diamond Harbour Road. Shaw was arrested and later granted bail under strict conditions following his court appearance.
The incident began when Shaw allegedly picked up the woman in his car during an argument that escalated into violent behavior. According to her statement, Shaw confined her inside the vehicle, physically assaulted her with punches and kicks, and verbally abused her in an attempt to insult her dignity. The ordeal continued as the car traveled along Diamond Harbour Road, with Shaw ultimately dumping the woman on a busy stretch of road during peak evening hours.
The woman was spotted by traffic sergeant Subrata Chakraborty around 8 pm, who alerted other officers and led to the interception of Shaw’s vehicle at the Banamali Naskar Road crossing. Shaw was arrested while still behind the wheel, and the car was seized as evidence. The victim later arrived at the police station with her family, where a formal complaint was filed by her father.
Shaw has been charged with offenses including molestation, assault, and wrongful confinement. His bail conditions include electronic monitoring, regular reporting to authorities, and restrictions on approaching the victim or her relatives. The case highlights the need for stringent law enforcement against sexual violence and the importance of timely police intervention in such incidents.
This incident underscores the global concern over rising cases of sexual violence and the challenges faced by survivors in seeking justice. It also emphasizes the critical role of law enforcement in ensuring the safety of citizens, particularly women, and the necessity of swift legal action to deter such crimes.
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Originally published on Times of India on 2/23/2026