Howrah: Two mechanics were arrested for molesting a woman on Bankim Setu around 11pm on Wednesday. The arrested have been identified as Pintu Yadav (24) and Lal Singh (22).
The youths allegedly chased the bike on which the woman was riding with her husband and then grabbed at her while the bike was on Bankim Setu. Despite protests by the couple, the youths continued to ride along and harass them. When they turned towards Burn Standard intersection in north Howrah, the molesters tried to flee, but the woman's husband grabbed them and began shouting. The woman's cries also drew locals, who got hold of the youths and beat them up. Howrah police arrived and arrested them.
Police said the two young men, who worked as AC mechanics, were druk. Bankim Bridge, a vital link between Howrah station and Howrah Maidan, usually remains deserted at night. In the past, there were multiple incidents of robbery and even two murders on the bridge. Due to jurisdictional issues between Howrah and Golabari police stations, patrol on the bridge is lax.
Local legislator and minister Arup Roy said he had instructed the police to increase security on the bridge.
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