A nine-and-a-half-year-old girl was allegedly sexually assaulted by a man living in the same compound in Ludhiana. The accused, identified as Ravikesh Pal, reportedly lured the minor with small amounts of money over the past month and repeatedly abused her. The matter came to light on June 21 when the girl's mother noticed her daughter near the accused's room and questioned her. When asked, the girl broke down and revealed the ordeal she had been enduring.
Details of the Abuse
The girl told her mother that Ravikesh used to call her to his room by offering Rs 20 or Rs 50 and sexually assaulted her. On June 21 also, the accused allegedly dragged the girl into his room when she was alone and assaulted her. The mother immediately lodged a written complaint with the Focal Point police, which registered a case against the accused.
Medical Confirmation and Investigation
Doctors confirmed sexual assault and internal injuries. The accused is currently absconding. Police are conducting raids to apprehend him.
