Nalasopara, March 4: A wave of shock and anger has gripped the Dhaniv Baug area of Nalasopara East after the body of a six-year-old girl, who had been missing since Monday, was discovered in a well on Tuesday afternoon.
The incident has cast a shadow over the Holi and Dhulivandan festivities in the Vasai-Virar region, as the victim's family levels serious allegations of negligence against the local police.
Victim identified as Zoya Khan
The deceased, identified as Zoya Khan, resided in the Gaodevi Apartment complex in Dhaniv Baug.
Girl went missing after mother left for work
According to reports, Zoya’s mother, Mumtaz, left for work at approximately 8:30 am. Shortly after, Zoya went out to play but failed to return.
Her brother realised she was missing after some time and began a frantic search. When they couldn't find her, the family approached the Pelhar Police Station late Monday night, where an abduction case was registered.
Body discovered during search operation
On Tuesday afternoon, while the search was ongoing, Zoya’s body was spotted in a well located inside the Omni Compound in Dhaniv Baug. Police arrived at the scene, recovered the body, and sent it for a post-mortem examination.
Police await autopsy report
"The body has been sent for autopsy. Whether this was an accident or a case of murder will be clarified once the medical report is received," stated Bajrang Desai, Assistant Commissioner of Police (Virar Division).
Family alleges police negligence
The tragedy has turned into a flashpoint of public anger. Zoya’s family claims that the police did not take their complaint seriously when they first reported her disappearance.
Sister levels serious allegation
Speaking to the media, Zoya’s sister, Ayesha, made a shocking allegation. She claimed that when the family begged the officers to help find the little girl, the police were allegedly busy "partying" instead of initiating an immediate search.
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The local community remains in mourning as authorities wait for the forensic results to determine the exact cause of death.
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