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Crime
UP Man Arrested for Harassing Two Girls Collecting Scrap, Video Goes Viral
✍️ India Today
🗓 30 Oct 2026, 05:41 AM
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A man in Uttar Pradesh has been arrested after a video surfaced showing him harassing two young girls who were collecting scrap. The incident sparked outrage online, leading to a swift police response.
Police in Uttar Pradesh have arrested a local man following the viral circulation of a video that captured him harassing two young girls engaged in scrap collection. The footage, which quickly gained traction on social media, showed the accused subjecting the minors to unwarranted and distressing behavior while they were working.
The incident drew immediate attention from the public and local authorities, prompting an urgent investigation by the local police station. Officials confirmed that the man was identified and taken into custody based on the visual evidence provided by the viral clip.
The arrest marks a swift response to the public outcry over the safety of children working in informal sectors. The case has been registered under relevant sections of the law pertaining to harassment and molestation.
While specific details regarding the location within Uttar Pradesh and the identities of the victims have not been fully disclosed to protect privacy, the police have assured that the legal process will be strictly followed to ensure justice for the affected girls.
The incident drew immediate attention from the public and local authorities, prompting an urgent investigation by the local police station. Officials confirmed that the man was identified and taken into custody based on the visual evidence provided by the viral clip.
The arrest marks a swift response to the public outcry over the safety of children working in informal sectors. The case has been registered under relevant sections of the law pertaining to harassment and molestation.
While specific details regarding the location within Uttar Pradesh and the identities of the victims have not been fully disclosed to protect privacy, the police have assured that the legal process will be strictly followed to ensure justice for the affected girls.