A vegetable vendor in Amraiwadi has been accused of molesting a 28-year-old woman under the pretext of arranging vegetables while she was out shopping. The woman, who had earlier ignored a similar incident believing it to be accidental, lodged a complaint against the accused at Amraiwadi police station.  

Repeated harassment exposed

The victim, a resident of Amraiwadi, lives with her husband and family and runs a small home-based snack business. On February 5, in the evening, she and her mother went to purchase snacks from a bakery before heading to Azad Chowk to buy vegetables.  

While selecting vegetables, the vendor moved closer to her under the pretext of arranging the produce and inappropriately touched her. The woman recalled that a similar incident had occurred previously, but she had dismissed it as an accidental touch. However, when the vendor repeated his actions on February 5, she reacted strongly, pushing him away.  

This led to an argument, during which the vendor, identified as Vijay Moraliya, verbally abused the woman and her mother. Following the altercation, the woman immediately contacted the police. Amraiwadi police arrived at the scene and apprehended the accused.  

A formal complaint has been registered, and the accused has been taken into custody. Authorities have assured strict action against him as part of their ongoing investigation.

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