Pune Doctor Kidnapped for Ransom

Incident Overview

In a distressing incident in Pune, a doctor was allegedly kidnapped at knifepoint, beaten, and coerced into paying a ransom of Rs 19 lakh. The crime involved a gang that included the doctor’s own car driver. Following an investigation, police apprehended the driver and three accomplices.

Details of the Abduction

The incident occurred on the night of January 10, when the 58-year-old doctor was traveling from Uruli Kanchan to Kunjirwadi in Pune district. While driving, the doctor’s car was intercepted on the Pune-Solapur highway near Inamdar Wasti around 10:15 PM. Four individuals exited another vehicle, forcibly entered the doctor’s car, and abducted him at knifepoint, threatening his life as they drove towards Shindavne village.

During the abduction, the perpetrators physically assaulted the doctor and demanded a ransom for his release. The doctor was able to contact his family, who arranged an initial payment of Rs 4 lakh. After receiving this sum, the gang released him but subsequently demanded an additional Rs 15 lakh, threatening further violence if their demands were not met.

On January 12, the doctor paid the demanded Rs 15 lakh at a location in Chaufula village near Daund. The following day, he approached the police to report the incident.

Police Investigation

Upon verifying the complaint, authorities registered a first information report (FIR) for kidnapping and extortion at the Uruli Kanchan police station on January 14. The case was investigated under various sections of the Indian Penal Code.

Superintendent of Pune rural police, Sandeep Singh Gill, initiated a thorough investigation. Teams from the Uruli Kanchan police station and the local crime branch were assigned to track down the suspects.

During the investigation, police noted suspicious behavior from the driver. Upon sustained questioning, he confessed to conspiring with his associates to commit the crime. Following his confession, police arrested him and three accomplices.

Ongoing Investigation

Police Inspector Sachin Wangade from Uruli Kanchan police station stated, “A search is ongoing for three more individuals involved in the crime.” It was revealed that the driver, Rajguru, had previously worked for the doctor three years ago and had rejoined just five days before the abduction. One of the accused, Sunil Magar, is identified as a history-sheeter with three prior criminal cases. Further investigations are underway to uncover more details about the case.