Priyanka Ganwani
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Delhi, December 7: An unfortunate and shocking incident, of a rape case in the capital, in Delhi has been reported on Friday night. This incident took place when an Uber cab driver allegedly sexually assaulted a 27-year-old finance executive who got into the cab from Vasant Kunj at 9:30PM.
The driver took advantage when the woman fell asleep in the cab, taking her to a secluded location. When the passenger woke up she found herself in an isolated area and as she tried to raise an alarm, the driver sexually assaulted her. He then dropped the victim to her residence in Inder Lok area and threatened her to keep shut on the incident. As per the medical tests, rape has been confirmed.
The accused has been tracked down near Mathura. After the horrific incident, he was immediately said to be untraceable as he resorted to deleting the Uber app from his phone and his phone number was not registered under his name in their records. Here is how the tragic Delhi rape case of Decemver 2013, inspires women's app for safety.
How women on-the-go can guard themselves
Awareness
The most important of it all, lack of awareness makes one prone to such dangers. This also means that in case you are heading to a place you are unsure of or is isolated then keep some important numbers saved or on your speed dial. Save the women's helpline service, your area police station numbers. Importantly don't go alone!
Show no fear
Confidence, and some self-defense could come in handy. Besides, be ready to raise your voice and react without any fear. It's important that you try and not give into the shock during that moment, and retaliate immediately.
Keep your folks and friends in the loop
Once you hop into cab or any public transport services especially during the second half of the day, make it a point to send details of the cab number and driver to your parents and even friends if need be. It's best to keep updating them every few minutes about your journey and the root you are taking. Send in your location map, in case you are stuck in traffic somewhere or if it's taking too long to get to your destination.
What happens to the victim once the media fade away, read here.
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