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Crime
Actress Claims Highway Assault, Two Arrested in Pune
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 17 Sep 2026, 09:46 AM
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A Marathi television actress reported being assaulted on a highway and targeted for extortion. Police arrested two men in Pune in connection with the incident.
A Marathi television actress has alleged that she was assaulted on a highway and that two men attempted to extort money from her. The incident reportedly took place near Pune, where the actress was traveling. Police responded to the complaint and detained two suspects on the same day. The authorities have not released further details about the motive or the identity of the attackers.
The actress, who has worked in several regional television serials, said she was attacked while traveling alone. She claimed that the assailants demanded a ransom before threatening her safety. The police investigation is ongoing and they have requested the public to come forward if they have any information.
The two men were taken into custody at a Pune police station. They are currently being questioned under the Indian Penal Code for assault and extortion. No chargesheet has been filed yet, but the case is expected to proceed in the local court.
This incident highlights growing concerns about safety on highways in Maharashtra, especially for women traveling alone. Authorities have urged travelers to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.
The actress, who has worked in several regional television serials, said she was attacked while traveling alone. She claimed that the assailants demanded a ransom before threatening her safety. The police investigation is ongoing and they have requested the public to come forward if they have any information.
The two men were taken into custody at a Pune police station. They are currently being questioned under the Indian Penal Code for assault and extortion. No chargesheet has been filed yet, but the case is expected to proceed in the local court.
This incident highlights growing concerns about safety on highways in Maharashtra, especially for women traveling alone. Authorities have urged travelers to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.