Autopsy of Injustice: Ambulance Driver Gets Life Sentence for Raping Covid-19 Patient in Kerala, India
A former ambulance driver in Kerala, who was found guilty of raping a Covid-19 patient in 2020, has been sentenced to life in prison. The principal sessions court in Pathanamthitta also ordered the individual, Noufal, to pay a fine of Rs 1.08 lakh.
The incident occurred when Noufal, a driver for the Kerala state health department’s ambulance service, was transporting a Dalit woman to a Covid treatment center. Instead of taking her to the facility, he diverted the ambulance to a deserted area and committed the heinous crime. The victim had recorded a video of Noufal’s apology on her mobile phone, which was presented as evidence in court.
The case sparked widespread outrage during the pandemic, with many citing the vulnerability of Covid-19 patients and the need for increased protection and services. The revelation of the crime also shone a light on the importance of ensuring the safety and dignity of those seeking medical care.
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Original Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/thiruvananthapuram/kerala-ambulance-driver-gets-life-term-for-raping-covid-19-patient-in-2020-9939654/
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Publish Date: 2025-04-12 04:34:00
