Alleged molestation triggers clash at Hathras showroom; police examine CCTV

A dispute broke out at Manavta Saree House near Ramlila Maidan in Hathras after allegations of molestation involving a young woman. The incident took place in the Kotwali Sadar area, where the woman had reportedly gone to the showroom to buy clothes.

It is alleged that a craftsman working at the showroom molested the woman. After learning about the allegation, her family members reached the showroom. A dispute then began between the two sides and soon turned into a physical fight.

During the clash, the showroom’s shutter was closed and sticks were allegedly used by both sides. The incident created a commotion at the showroom and people gathered around the spot.

The woman’s father has been described as the district president of the BJP Trade Board Cell. He alleged that his daughter had gone to the shop to buy clothes when the young man working there molested her.

He further alleged that when the woman’s family members reached the shop after learning about the incident, they were also assaulted. The woman’s brother also reached the spot. He has been described as the media in-charge of the BJP Youth Mandal.

After receiving information about the incident, police reached the showroom and started examining the matter. Police are checking the footage from CCTV cameras installed around the incident site.

The CCTV footage is being examined to establish what actually happened during the dispute and the subsequent fight. Police are also collecting information from both sides as part of the inquiry.

Police said that the case is being investigated on the basis of the CCTV footage and the information received from both sides. Further action will be taken on the basis of the facts that emerge during the investigation.