A police constable attached to the Ice House police station has come under investigation after allegedly entering a woman’s house in Royapettah, Chennai, in an intoxicated state and attempting to harass her.
According to reports, the incident occurred on Tuesday night within the jurisdiction of the Ice House police station. The victim, a 34-year-old woman residing in the area, was alone at home at the time.
Police said the constable, identified as Surya, allegedly entered the woman’s house while in uniform and under the influence of alcohol. He is accused of attempting to sexually harass the woman after entering the premises.
The woman reportedly reacted quickly by taking out her mobile phone and recording a video of the constable inside the house. She then managed to run outside, lock the door from the outside with the constable still inside, and alerted neighbours while calling for help.
Residents from nearby houses rushed to the spot after hearing her calls for assistance. Police were also informed about the incident and arrived at the location soon after. The constable was taken into custody and brought to the Ice House police station for questioning.
Officials said that since the constable was heavily intoxicated at the time, he was initially sent home after preliminary questioning. He has since been summoned again to the police station and is currently being interrogated.
Authorities have confirmed that a complaint has now been obtained from the woman and legal action will be initiated based on the complaint.
The accused constable Surya is posted at the Ice House police station itself. The incident has triggered concern among residents as the alleged misconduct occurred within the same jurisdiction where the officer serves.
Local residents have expressed shock over the incident, stating that the act of a police officer entering a woman’s home and attempting to harass her has created fear in the neighbourhood. Police said further investigation into the matter is underway.
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