{
  "id": 9502812,
  "title": "Kalkaji Mandir Gang-Rape Case: 'Knife-Carrying' Man Among 3 Accused Was Known For Harassing Couples",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/kalkaji-mandir-gang-rape-case-knife-carrying-man-among-3-accused-was",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-24T05:59:25.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/india/kalkaji-mandir-gang-rape-case-knife-carrying-man-among-3-accused-was-known-for-harassing-couples"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Three men arrested in connection with the gang rape of a 17-year-old girl in Delhi's Aastha Kunj Park had a history of harassing couples and carrying knives, according to police. The accused were seen patrolling the park near Kalkaji Temple for about 45 minutes before allegedly approaching the teenagers while posing as policemen. Asif, 30, and brothers Mukesh Singh, 24 and Hemant Singh, 31, were arrested, with Asif reportedly found in possession of an unlicensed firearm and a knife. The incident occurred around 7.15 pm to 7.30 pm on Monday while the victim was visiting the 142-acre park on her birthday with a male friend. Police are investigating whether the accused targeted other women in the park and are examining their backgrounds, including Hemant Singh's educational qualifications.",
  "summary": "New Delhi: One of the three men arrested for allegedly gang-raping a 17-year-old girl inside Delhi’s Aastha Kunj Park had previously been seen carrying a knife and allegedly harassing couples in the area, according to police. Locals and park staff had reportedly raised concerns about his behaviour, but no formal complaint had been filed before the incident. The alleged assault took place around…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}