Police in Navi Mumbai have taken action against a local tailor following serious allegations from a young girl. The Vashi police station registered a formal complaint against a 43-year-old tailor accused of sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl.
Details of the Alleged Incident
The incident reportedly took place late in the evening at the tailor's shop located in Juhugaon. According to the First Information Report (FIR), the girl stated that the tailor touched her inappropriately. She alleged that he put his hand inside her kurti while he was taking measurements to stitch her dress.
Police Response and Legal Action
API Yogesh Bhosale from Vashi police station provided updates on the case. He confirmed that the police have not arrested the accused tailor at this time. Instead, authorities have served him with a formal notice under the Bharatiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita. This notice requires the tailor to cooperate fully with the ongoing police investigation whenever he is summoned for questioning.
The case has been registered under multiple legal provisions due to the serious nature of the allegations. The tailor faces charges under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). These sections specifically address assault or criminal force used against a woman with the intent to outrage her modesty. Additionally, the case includes charges under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, which deals with punishment for sexual assault committed against children.
Community Impact and Ongoing Investigation
This case has drawn attention in the local community of Navi Mumbai. Residents are closely following developments as the police continue their investigation. The use of both the BNS and POCSO Act highlights the gravity of the accusations and the legal framework being applied to protect the minor victim.
Police officials emphasize that the investigation is active and ongoing. They are gathering evidence and statements to build a comprehensive case. The serving of the notice rather than immediate arrest indicates a procedural approach where the accused is required to participate in the investigative process as mandated by law.
