Pune: Woman Attempts Self-Immolation Over Harassment by Extortionist Goon
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News18•31-01-2026, 07:29
Pune: Woman Attempts Self-Immolation Over Harassment by Extortionist Goon
- •A 50-year-old stall owner, Anita Sagar Landge, attempted self-immolation in front of the Pimpri-Chinchwad Police Commissioner's office.
- •She was allegedly harassed by externed goon Sachin Daniel Khalse for a monthly 'installment' of 500 rupees for her paan stall in Landewadi.
- •Khalse threatened to burn down her stall and kill her if she didn't pay, escalating the harassment after she asked for payment for goods.
- •Despite initial police action by Bhosari MIDC police, Khalse continued harassment after being released on bail.
- •Khalse has been arrested on extortion charges, while Anita Landge faces a case for attempted suicide in a public place.
Why It Matters: A woman attempted suicide due to persistent extortion and harassment by an externed goon in Pune.
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