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15-Year-Old Patient Raped by Attendant at Meerut Medical College; Accused Arrested

Medical tests have confirmed the assault, prompting a police probe into staff conduct, CCTV footage review, new ward security orders from the hospital.

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A 15-year-old girl was allegedly raped inside a medical college in Meerut, where she was admitted for a leg operation.
According to the police, the incident occurred when the girl went to the bathroom, where Rohit allegedly followed her, held her hostage and allegedly outraged her modesty before fleeing the hospital premises. (Pic for representation)
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Overview

  • Rohit, the attendant of another patient, was arrested on June 22 after the victim’s mother filed an FIR and CCTV footage was analyzed.
  • A medical examination on June 23 verified that the 15-year-old suffered injuries consistent with rape.
  • Police have launched an inquiry into on-duty staff to establish how security lapses enabled the assault to occur.
  • Lala Lajpat Rai Memorial Medical College has issued directives to tighten ward access and enhance surveillance measures.
  • The case has reignited concerns over patient safety in Indian hospitals following a similar allegation at Dewas Medical College.