Mumbai Minor Girl Victimized in Gang Rape Incident: Six Arrested

In a shocking incident in Mumbai's Powai area, a 15-year-old girl was gang-raped by six men. The police acted swiftly, arresting all suspects within 24 hours. The victim bravely reported the crime after facing threats from her attackers. Authorities have initiated a thorough investigation, and the girl is receiving medical care. This case highlights the urgent need for safety and justice for minors. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.

By Narendra Chaudhary Oct 31, 2026, 12:24 IST

Gang Rape Incident in Powai

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Mumbai, Oct 31: A tragic incident occurred in the Powai area of Mumbai where a 15-year-old girl was gang-raped by six men. Authorities confirmed that all suspects were apprehended within a day of the crime.

According to police reports, the assault took place between October 27 and 28. The main perpetrator, along with four accomplices, allegedly enticed the girl to a secluded area behind a bakery on Saki Vihar Road, where they assaulted her.

After the attack, the assailants threatened the victim, warning her against reporting the incident to law enforcement or her family, claiming they would share her photos online.

In a related incident, another suspect confronted the girl near a pipeline in Powai, where he molested her.

On the morning of October 29, the traumatized girl, supported by her family, approached the Powai Police Station to report the incident.

Recognizing the seriousness of the case, police promptly filed an FIR under Sections 64(1) and 74 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), along with charges under Sections 4, 8, and 12 of the POCSO Act.

Investigators noted that none of the six arrested individuals had any previous criminal history.

The victim has been taken to KEM Hospital in Mumbai for a medical examination, and a comprehensive investigation is ongoing under the guidance of senior police officials.

Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.