In the wake of widespread outrage following the rape and murder of a three-year-old girl in Pune on May 1, the family of the 65-year-old accused has publicly distanced themselves from him and called for severe punishment. The accused’s wife and son expressed their emotional turmoil, stating that they have not been in contact with him for the past decade and they refuse to be associated with him in any capacity.

The wife spoke to a media outlet, stressing her disgust by saying, “He should be crushed to death at the same place where the child was killed. I don’t even want to see my husband’s face.” Her words reflect the family’s strong rejection of the accused and their demand for justice for the victim.

The son of the accused echoed his mother’s sentiments, expressing his embarrassment, saying, “I feel ashamed to call such a person my father.” He highlighted his emotional distress, revealing that the victim reminded him of his own nieces, which has compounded the family’s grief during this tragic incident.

Details Surrounding the Incident

The alleged crime involved a 65-year-old labourer who reportedly lured the young girl with food before taking her to a cattle shed, where he is accused of raping and murdering her. The accused has a prior criminal record and was apprehended and placed in police custody until May 7.

On the afternoon of May 1, the young girl was reported missing while visiting her maternal grandmother during school holidays. Her family initiated a search, which culminated in the discovery of her body, concealed within the shed. The circumstances of her death have shocked the local community and sparked calls for swift justice.

Authorities responded to the situation by forming a Special Investigation Team, led by a senior woman officer. This team is expected to conduct a thorough investigation to ensure that the case is resolved expeditiously, providing the victim’s family and the community with some measure of closure.

Community Response and Protests

The incident has ignited fierce anger among local residents, leading to a large gathering at a police outpost where they demanded immediate and strict action against the perpetrator. Hundreds of protesters took to the streets, creating a blockade on the Mumbai-Bengaluru Highway, which resulted in significant traffic disruptions.

During the unrest, villagers reportedly resisted initial police efforts to move the victim’s body for a post-mortem examination, insisting on immediate justice and severe punishment for the accused. The emotional climate in the area is palpable, as community members grapple with grief and anger.

The public’s demand for justice has put pressure on authorities to act quickly and decisively in response to the community’s feelings of vulnerability and outrage over such a heinous act. The establishment of the Special Investigation Team signifies the seriousness with which law enforcement is treating this case.

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