Kerala Police File Separate Pocso Case Following Autopsy of Deceased Six-Year-Old Girl
In a distressing development, the Elamakkara police in Kochi have registered a separate case under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (Pocso) Act after an autopsy report revealed that a six-year-old girl, found dead alongside her father, had been sexually abused. The investigation into this tragic incident has taken a grave turn with the new findings.
Autopsy Uncovers Prolonged Abuse and Injuries
According to police sources, the postmortem examination indicated that the child was subjected to sexual abuse for at least a year, with evidence of abuse occurring just before her death. The autopsy also revealed injuries to the child's private parts, highlighting the severity of the case. The minor was discovered deceased on the bed of a rented house within the Elamakkara police station limits on January 15, where her 33-year-old father was found hanging in the same residence.
Police Investigation Intensifies with DNA Samples and Family Probe
As part of the ongoing investigation into the Pocso case, police have collected DNA samples from both the deceased individuals. The child's mother has claimed to be unaware of the abuse, adding a layer of complexity to the case. Authorities have also conducted inquiries at a day care center that the child used to attend and are investigating whether anyone known to the family was involved in the abuse.
Timeline of Discovery and Family Background
The sequence of events unfolded when the girl's mother returned home from work at 11:30 PM to find the house locked and her husband and daughter missing, with the father's phone switched off. She then went to her cousin's house in Poothotta. Upon returning home with her cousin the next morning, they found the house unlocked, discovered the bodies inside, and immediately filed a police complaint. The father, who worked as a salesperson, was reportedly unemployed for some time prior to the incident, raising questions about the family's circumstances.
This case has sent shockwaves through the community, with police continuing to pursue all leads to ensure justice for the young victim.
