applicant, Nandu and Navnath at gun point. They were carrying pistol. He was forced to sit in a car and he was taken to various places. On the way he was continuously threatened and assaulted with butt of the pistol. The victim suffered bleeding injuries. At one Toll plaza he tried to raise shouts, but the car was taken ahead and he was again assaulted. In the meantime, the car was punctured, therefore, the car had to be stopped. In the meantime, the applicant and others came to know on telephone that there was a case registered against them for abduction. The victim was taken to various places and accused were demanding Rs.10 lakhs. At one place, about four persons pelted stones on the car, therefore, the accused inferred that the police had informed the people in the surrounding area and they were under suspicion. In the meantime, the car was continuously giving trouble finally came to a halt. The victim took advantage of the situation and escaped from them. He ran towards the locality where he could see people. He informed them about the incident. Police were informed. Police patil Umesh Katkar reached there. Other police staff were called. In the same area the applicant and Navnath were arrested. Nandu
