Woman Doctor Found Dead in Satara Hotel; Police Officer Among Two Accused of Harassment

Woman Doctor Found Dead in Satara Hotel; Police Officer Among Two Accused of Harassment

Satara (MH), Oct 24 : A tragic incident unfolded on Thursday night when a woman doctor from a government hospital was found dead in a hotel room in Maharashtra’s Satara district. Preliminary reports suggest that she died by suicide, leaving behind a message written on her palm that named a police officer and another man as her alleged harassers.

According to police sources, the doctor accused Police Sub-Inspector Gopal Badane of repeatedly raping and harassing her over the past five months. She also mentioned Prashant Bankar, alleging that he mentally tormented her.

Following the discovery, the body was sent for post-mortem examination, and forensic experts have begun analyzing the handwritten note found on her hand. The police have since suspended the accused officer and launched a search operation for both suspects.

Speaking on the case, the Superintendent of Police confirmed, “An FIR has been registered against both individuals under sections related to rape and abetment to suicide. The PSI has been suspended, and dedicated teams are working to trace the accused. A comprehensive investigation is underway, and strict legal action will follow.”