Externed Gangster Rapes Woman in Pune; Police Constable Suspended for Negligence

• Farooq Sattar Sheikh, an externed gangster, illegally returned to Pimpri-Chinchwad despite a two-year ban.
• He allegedly raped a 40-year-old woman on December 18 at Chimbali Phata, under Alandi Police Station limits.
• The victim reported the incident, leading to a police investigation and public outcry.
• Constable Bhagwat Shep, assigned to monitor Sheikh under the 'Externed Accused Adoption Scheme', was suspended for negligence.
• The incident highlights concerns about the effectiveness of monitoring externed criminals, with many violating orders.

Why It Matters: Negligence in monitoring externed gangsters led to a shocking crime and police suspension in Pune.