A security guard at a paying guest hostel in Ahmedabad has been arrested following allegations of raping a student on the terrace of the building. The incident occurred on the night of Saturday, August 8, when the victim had gone to the terrace for a walk. According to police reports, the accused allegedly attacked the woman upon her arrival and used a wire around her neck to prevent her from calling for help.
Investigation Underway After Student Assault at Hostel
A student residing at a hostel was hospitalized following a serious incident where she was allegedly attacked and sexually assaulted by a security guard. The incident occurred on the hostel terrace, a location the student frequently visited for walks.
According to police reports, the security guard followed the student to the terrace and closed the door behind him before the alleged assault took place. Investigators are currently examining CCTV footage from the hostel, which captured the guard’s movements before and after the incident. The recordings show him entering a lift and looking into a mirror before heading to the terrace.
The police confirmed that the guard, identified as Singh, had only started working at the hostel four days prior to the incident. He has a history of employment as a security guard at various companies in Ahmedabad.
The CCTV footage is considered a crucial element in the ongoing investigation, providing insights into the timeline of events leading up to the attack. Authorities are continuing to gather information and evidence as they pursue the case.
