A shocking case has emerged from Agra, Uttar Pradesh, where a national-level rifle shooter was raped and blackmailed after being lured with false promises of a job in the Indian Army. The local police arrested the accused, Sandeep alias Viraj, who was stationed in Patiala, Punjab at the time of his arrest. This case has raised significant concerns regarding the safety and trust issues faced by young athletes and the exploitation they can be subjected to under the guise of career opportunities.

The victim, who has participated in several junior and senior competitions and won medals, was approached by the accused during an NCC camp two years ago. Sandeep Kumar introduced himself as a soldier and convinced her that he could help her secure a position in the Indian Army, thus establishing a connection and gaining her trust. Their communication continued for an extended period, leading the victim to fall under the impression that he genuinely intended to assist her career.

The climax of this distressing narrative unfolded on September 30, 2025, when the accused took the victim to Dehradun under the pretense of a job recruitment process. It was during this trip that he drugged and sexually assaulted her. The case has ignited discussions about the vulnerability of young women in athletics and the necessity for stricter measures to protect them from similar predicaments, pointing to a need for better awareness and intervention strategies in sports organizations regarding such criminal behaviors.