Mohali Woman Files Rape Complaint Against CRPF Inspector

A woman from Mohali, Punjab, has accused Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) Inspector Rajesh Kumar of raping her multiple times over nearly three years by promising marriage. She filed the complaint with Tosham police in Haryana's Hisar district on April 28, 2026. (bhaskar.com) The victim alleged the assaults began in August 2023 and continued until March 2026. They took place at hotels in Hisar, the accused's official quarter in Fatehabad, and other spots. (bhaskar.com) (dainikbhaskar.com) Police registered an FIR against Kumar under Indian Penal Code sections 376 for rape and 506 for criminal intimidation. Tosham Station House Officer Rishi Duhan confirmed the case filing. (bhaskar.com) Authorities arrested the inspector late on April 28 from his posted location in Fatehabad. He was produced in court the next day. (dainikjagran.com) (bhaskar.com) CRPF officials in Fatehabad were informed but have not commented publicly yet. The force has suspended Kumar pending inquiry, sources say. (timesofindia.indiatimes.com) Tosham police are now collecting forensic evidence, witness statements, and digital records like call logs and messages. Further questioning of the accused continues. (bhaskar.com) The case highlights recurring allegations of abuse of power by uniformed personnel in India, with over 50 similar complaints against police in Haryana last year alone. NCRB data shows rape cases involving promise of marriage rose 12% from 2024 to 2025. (ncrb.gov.in) (thehindu.com) Kumar has denied the charges, claiming the relationship was consensual, according to police sources. His family says he was tricked into the relationship. (dainikbhaskar.com) Investigation results will determine if additional charges apply or if the accused gets bail. Updates expected as evidence mounts in the coming week. (bhaskar.com) ```