Has the accused been identified?

Yes. At present the accused has been identified as Shamshad. Police say that he was a completely unknown co-passenger. He is being interrogated. CCTV footage of Malad station and nearby railway stations was scrutinized. Dog squad and forensic team were also deployed in the investigation. The police have arrested the accused.

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