New Delhi, September 22, 2026: Delhi Police have launched an investigation after a 17-year-old girl was allegedly sexually assaulted by three men who reportedly pretended to be police officers at a park near Kalkaji Mandir in southeast Delhi.

According to police, the incident occurred on the evening of September 21 after the teenager visited Kalkaji Mandir with a 17-year-old male friend. The two later went to the nearby Astha Kunj Park, where three men allegedly approached them and claimed to be policemen.

Alleged Impersonation Used to Threaten the Teenagers

Police said the three suspects were believed to be between 25 and 30 years old. They allegedly questioned the teenagers and threatened them by claiming that they were law-enforcement personnel.

According to the complaint, one of the suspects restrained the girl’s friend while the other two allegedly sexually assaulted the teenager. The suspects then reportedly left the area after threatening the two teenagers.

The alleged use of a false police identity is a significant element of the investigation because the suspects reportedly used that claim to intimidate the teenagers.

Police Received Emergency Call

A Police Control Room call concerning the alleged incident was received at approximately 8:45 p.m., according to officials.

Police reached the location and arranged medical examination of the teenager. Investigators subsequently recorded her statement and registered a case under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.

Because the survivor is a minor, authorities have not publicly disclosed information that could identify her.

One Suspect Arrested After Exchange of Fire

During the investigation, police teams received information about the movement of one suspect identified in reports as Asif near DM Office Road in the Amar Colony area.

Police said a team attempted to intercept him. According to the police account, the suspect allegedly opened fire at the police team during the operation. A round reportedly struck the bullet-resistant jacket of a head constable.

Police said officers then returned fire and the suspect sustained a gunshot injury to his leg. He was subsequently taken to AIIMS Trauma Centre for medical treatment and was placed under arrest in connection with the case.

Search Continues for Two Other Suspects

Two other alleged suspects remain to be located, according to the latest reports.

Delhi Police have formed investigation teams to trace them. Officers are also examining CCTV footage and collecting forensic evidence from the reported crime scene as part of the investigation.

The investigation will determine the identities and individual roles of the people allegedly involved.

Police Gather Forensic Evidence

Crime and forensic teams have examined the location and collected relevant material, police said.

Investigators are expected to combine forensic evidence, CCTV footage, witness information and statements recorded during the investigation to establish the sequence of events.

Authorities have also been working to establish whether the suspects had any previous criminal records or connections to other incidents. Such questions remain part of the ongoing investigation and should not be treated as established facts until officially confirmed.

Legal Proceedings Underway

The case has been registered under provisions relating to sexual offences against a minor, criminal conspiracy, intimidation and other alleged offences, according to police reports.

The POCSO Act provides a specific legal framework for cases involving sexual offences against children. Further proceedings will depend on the evidence collected by investigators and subsequent action by the courts.

Investigation Remains Ongoing

The latest police reports indicate that one suspect has been arrested while efforts to locate the remaining two continue.

Authorities have not yet publicly released a complete account of the suspects’ backgrounds or the circumstances leading up to the alleged offence. Further details are expected as investigators question the arrested suspect, examine evidence and trace the other individuals.

The case has also renewed attention on the importance of verifying claims of police identity. Members of the public should remember that genuine police personnel can be verified through official identification and local police channels when circumstances permit.

For now, the investigation remains active, and allegations against the suspects will be subject to the legal process.