Local goons harass woman tourist in Igatpuri, chase family for 20 km on Mumbai-Nashik highway
A Nashik family of eight was harassed by local youths at Bhavali Dam in Igatpuri on July 12, 2026, after a woman in the group confronted two men who made lewd comments and whistled at her.
The confrontation escalated, with 8-10 men from the youths' village abusing and attacking the family.
The family was chased for 20-30 km on the Mumbai-Nashik National Highway by a car and motorcycle carrying men armed with iron rods, batons, and stones.
The attackers shattered the SUV's front and rear windshields and windowpanes with stones during the chase.
The family escaped to Nashik and lodged a First Information Report (FIR) with police.
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