Archive · 15 Aug 2025
Bhale Gang Charged Under MCOCA for Crimes in Indapur
A group of people called the Bhale gang, led by Raju Bhale, has been accused of doing bad things like murder and other crimes in a place called Indapur.
The police have decided to charge them under a tough law called MCOCA, which makes it harder for them to get out of jail.
They are accused of murdering a man who they thought helped another bad group.
Most of the gang members are already in jail, but some are still hiding.
This action shows the police are serious about stopping crime in the area.
Raju Bhale and his gang were charged under the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA).
The gang is accused of murdering Uttam Jadhav in February 2025 in the Indapur area.
The murder was allegedly motivated by suspicions that Jadhav aided a rival gang.
Ten members of the gang are in custody, while three others are absconding.
The accused face charges including weapon possession, assault, and extortion.
- Who
- Raju Bhale and his gang, along with victim Uttam Jalindhar Jadhav and local police.
- What
- Raju Bhale and his gang were charged under MCOCA for various crimes including murder.
- When
- The murder occurred in February 2025.
- Where
- Indapur area of Pune district.
- Why
- To address organized crime and in response to the alleged murder and other criminal activities.
Legal Experts
Pune Rural Police
Implications of MCOCA
Legal Experts
Charging the Bhale gang under MCOCA is a significant move by the Pune Rural Police.
Pune Rural Police
The move reflects stringent opposition to the criminal activities of the gang.
- Accused
- Raju Bhale and gang
- Charge
- MCOCA
- Location
- Indapur, Pune district
- Victim
- Uttam Jalindhar Jadhav
- Motive
- Suspicion of aiding a rival gang
- Status of Accused
- 10 in custody, 3 absconding
- Lead Official
- IPS Sunil Phulari