Tragic Incident on Mumbai Local Train: Woman Loses Arm After Assault

Shocking Assault at Naigaon Railway Station

Details of the Incident

According to police reports, the incident took place on November 4. The accused, identified as Jitendra Hirmuthe, was arrested on Wednesday after police reviewed CCTV footage and located him at his residence in Naigaon.

An officer from the Bhayander Government Railway Police (GRP) mentioned that the suspect had covered his face with a cloth, complicating identification. However, the CCTV footage proved crucial in his capture.

Accused's Background

Jitendra Hirmuthe, a resident of the Waki Pada area in Naigaon East, is reportedly a cancer patient. At the time of the incident, he was traveling in the disabled coach of the local train.

The 20-year-old woman accidentally boarded the disabled coach during peak hours while traveling from Borivali to Virar. Police stated that the accused took advantage of the situation and began to inappropriately touch her.

Confrontation and Aftermath

When the woman confronted him and objected to his actions, a heated argument ensued, which continued even after the train reached Naigaon station.

Allegedly, the accused then pushed her off the train, causing her to fall between the train and the platform. As she attempted to get up, the train started moving, resulting in severe injuries.

Medical Emergency

Following the incident, the woman was rushed to a hospital. After initial treatment, she was transferred to Cooper Hospital in Mumbai, where doctors had to amputate her left arm due to the severity of her injuries.

The police have initiated an investigation into the case following the arrest of the accused.