Archive · 24 Jul 2025
Mumbai Man Arrested on Animal Cruelty and Child Harassment Charges
A man in Mumbai was arrested for doing bad things with his pet chicken and for showing a young boy inappropriate videos.
The neighbor saw the man with the hen and recorded it.
The boy told his dad about the videos the man showed him in the past, and how the man told him not to tell anyone.
The police are now investigating, and the man faces charges related to child sexual abuse and animal cruelty.
The police are also deciding if they should charge him with animal cruelty.
Mumbai man arrested for indecent acts with a pet hen.
Accused also allegedly sexually harassed a minor by showing pornographic content.
The incident occurred on the night of July 22nd, with the complainant witnessing the act.
Police are investigating charges under BNS and POCSO Act.
Animal cruelty charges may also be added.
- Who
- Rajendra Rahate, the accused; a neighbor's son (minor) and the complainant.
- What
- A 45-year-old man was arrested for indecent acts with a hen and sexually harassing a minor.
- When
- The incident involving the hen occurred on July 22nd.
- Where
- Mumbai, India.
- Why
- The arrest was made based on a complaint alleging indecent acts and sexual harassment.
- Accused
- Rajendra Rahate
- Location
- Borivali, Mumbai
- Incident
- Indecent acts with a hen and sexual harassment of a minor
- Complaint Date
- July 22nd
- Legal Charges
- BNS, POCSO Act, and possibly Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act