A 25-year-old man has been arrested under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act for allegedly sexually abusing a 10-year-old girl in Yamunanagar district of Haryana. The victim was found to be pregnant, prompting the police action.
Incident Details
The accused, identified as Ravi Kumar, a resident of the same village, was taken into custody on Tuesday after the girl's family lodged a complaint. According to the police, the abuse had been ongoing for several months. The victim's mother noticed changes in her daughter's health and took her for a medical examination, which revealed the pregnancy.
Police Investigation
Superintendent of Police (SP) Yamunanagar, Mohit Handa, stated that the accused was arrested based on the complaint and medical evidence. The girl has been sent for further medical care, and counseling is being provided to her family. The police are investigating whether the accused was known to the family and if any other individuals were involved.
The case has been registered under relevant sections of the POCSO Act and the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The accused will be produced before a local court for judicial custody.
Community Response
Local residents expressed shock and outrage over the incident. Child rights activists have called for stricter implementation of laws to protect children and for awareness programs in rural areas. The district administration has assured strict action against the perpetrator.
This incident highlights the alarming rate of child sexual abuse in the region. According to the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), Haryana reported over 1,200 cases of child rape in 2022. Authorities are under pressure to enhance safety measures for children.
