Gurugram man’s private parts slashed in snatching bid
Four suspects slashed the private parts of a man during a snatching attempt in Gurugram. The victim, an automobile worker, was attacked by four masked men while on his way to the office. Police have launched an investigation and registered a case against the suspects. The victim is recovering in the hospital.
Gurugram: Four unidentified suspects were booked on Sunday for allegedly slashing the private parts of a 32-year-old man in a snatching bid in Sector 37, Gurugram police said.
Gurugram man’s private parts slashed in snatching bid
The victim, who works at an automobile firm, was intercepted by four masked men while he was on his way to the office on Thursday night, police said.
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Police said they received a call from the victim’s brother on Sunday and he informed them about the incident. Police have recorded the statement of the victim and have launched an investigation.
The victim hails from Bihar and has been residing in Mohammadpur Jharsa village in Sector 36 for the last 18 years, police said.
Police said he was working the night shift on Thursday and was running late. “When I was near a gaushala (cow shelter) in Sector 36, four masked men blocked my way and asked me to hand over cash and valuables. I hardly had ₹40 with me, and they tried to snatch it. When I resisted, one of the suspects started to assault me and slashed my genitals with a knife,” the victim said, requesting anonymity.
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“The suspects fled from the spot after injuring me. I called my brother and he took me to a hospital. I am still in a trauma, I have no enmity with anyone and never ever even had a tiff in the last 18 years here in Gurugram,” the victim said.
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“The suspects fled from the spot after injuring me. I called my brother and he took me to a hospital. I am still in a trauma, I have no enmity with anyone and never ever even had a tiff in the last 18 years here in Gurugram,” the victim said.
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Police said they have registered a case under Section 379B (snatching after preparation made for causing death, hurt or restraint), 326 (voluntarily causing grievous hurt by dangerous weapons or means) and 34 (common intention) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) at Sector 37 police station on Sunday.
Varun Dahiya, assistant commissioner of police (crime), said police are scanning CCTV footage of the area to identify the suspects. “We will have more clarity once the suspects are arrested,” he said.
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ACP Dahiya said that they have formed teams to ensure the suspects are arrested at the earliest.
The victim is recovering in a private hospital and his condition is stable, police added.
Leena Dhankhar is Senior Editor and Bureau Chief, Gurugram, at Hindustan Times, where she has spent over 17 years chronicling the transformation of one of India's fastest-growing urban regions. From starting her career as a crime reporter to leading the Gurugram bureau, her journalism has been defined by investigative reporting, in-depth storytelling and an unwavering focus on public interest.
Over nearly two decades, she has reported extensively across crime, politics, civic governance, elections, real estate, environment, courts, sports, education and entertainment, covering Gurugram, Faridabad, Nuh and Palwal. Her reporting has exposed several major scams and systemic failures, including insurance frauds, waste management irregularities, illegal arms manufacturing units in Nuh, illegal mining in the Aravallis, organised crime networks and governance lapses affecting millions of residents.
Known for her investigative work and exclusive stories, Leena has reported on high-impact national issues, including the Nicaragua charter flight carrying Indian migrants that was turned back amid allegations of human trafficking, exposing the growing network of illegal immigration rackets. Her work has also focused on gang wars, prison administration, juvenile crime, women and child protection systems, the functioning of the Juvenile Justice Board and Child Welfare Committee, and environmental challenges such as pollution, waterlogging and deteriorating civic infrastructure.
Beyond hard news, Leena has extensively documented Haryana's rich heritage, forests and wildlife, bringing attention to the state's historical landmarks, biodiversity, conservation efforts and ecological challenges through immersive reportage and feature writing.
Her journalism has consistently gone beyond breaking news. She has documented Gurugram's rapid urbanisation through long-form narratives and enterprise reporting on issues ranging from pothole-ridden roads, flooding and waste management to the changing social fabric of India's Millennium City. She also writes widely read feature columns, including The Outsider, Changemaker, and Concern for Gurugram, profiling people, places and ideas shaping the city's identity.
Leena is the author of Gurugram School Murder, published by Juggernaut Books, a deeply reported account of one of India's most high-profile school murder investigations. She is currently working on her second book, an investigative work exploring some of India's most significant scams and fraud investigations.
Beyond print journalism, she has expanded her storytelling through public speaking and digital media. She is a TEDx speaker and has produced podcasts exploring Gurugram's transformation, civic challenges and untold stories. Her work reflects a commitment to narrative journalism that combines rigorous reporting with compelling storytelling.
A law graduate with an MBA in Human Resources, Leena brings a multidisciplinary perspective to her reporting, particularly on governance, public policy and legal affairs. She has travelled extensively across India to pursue investigative assignments, often reporting from remote locations and conflict-prone areas in search of stories that matter.
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