Archive · 17 Sep 2025
Pune Police Probe Obstruction in Abduction Case
After a traffic incident in Navi Mumbai, a truck helper, Prahlad Kumar, was allegedly abducted by Dilip Khedkar and his bodyguard.
They took him to a residence in Pune.
Police investigated and found Kumar.
However, Manorama Khedkar, blocked police and allegedly helped the suspects, including her husband, escape.
Police are investigating Manorama for obstructing the investigation.
The investigation continues regarding the abduction and escape.
Truck helper Prahlad Kumar was allegedly abducted following a road rage incident.
The incident occurred in Navi Mumbai, the helper was later found in Pune.
Dilip Khedkar and his bodyguard are suspects in the abduction.
Manorama Khedkar is accused of obstructing the police.
Police are investigating Manorama's role in helping suspects flee.
- Who
- Prahlad Kumar, Dilip Khedkar, Prafull Salunkhe, Manorama Khedkar
- What
- Truck helper abducted, police investigation obstructed
- When
- September 13 (road rage); investigation ongoing
- Where
- Navi Mumbai and Pune
- Why
- Unclear, linked to a road rage incident
Police Investigation
Khedkar Family
Obstruction
Police Investigation
Police faced obstruction during their investigation by Manorama Khedkar.
Khedkar Family
Manorama Khedkar allegedly obstructed police and aided escape.
- Victim
- Prahlad Kumar, truck helper
- Suspects
- Dilip Khedkar, Prafull Salunkhe, Manorama Khedkar
- Incident Location
- Mulund-Airoli Road, Navi Mumbai and Pune
- Charges
- Abduction, obstructing investigation
- Status
- Dilip and bodyguard missing; Manorama under investigation
Sources
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Dismissed IAS Officer Puja Khedkar’s Parents Absconding As Father Faces Kidnapping Charge
Trucker abduction: Puja Khedkar's mom set dogs on cops
Ex-IAS probationer Puja Khedkar in spotlight as police rescue abducted driver from Pune home
Trucker abduction: Khedkar's parents, bodyguard missing
Puja Khedkar's Father Goes Into Hiding After Kidnapping Truck Driver
Pooja Khedkar’s Father And Aide Accused Of Abducting Truck Helper After Airoli Accident, Pune Police On Manhunt