In a horrific incident in Uttar Pradesh, a 70-year-old man allegedly held a 9-year-old girl captive and raped her repeatedly over two days. The victim was rescued by police after a search operation. The state minister has demanded strict action, including bulldozer action against the accused.
Incident Details
The accused, identified as a resident of a village in Uttar Pradesh, lured the girl and kept her confined in his house. He sexually assaulted her for two consecutive days. The girl's family reported her missing, leading to a police search. The accused was arrested after the victim was found.
Minister's Response
Uttar Pradesh minister Sanjay Nishad condemned the incident and called for stringent action. He said if such crimes continue, the government will take such tough measures that the perpetrators will be forced to flee to Pakistan.
Nishad emphasized that the state government has a zero-tolerance policy towards crimes against women and children. He warned that bulldozer action would be taken against the properties of criminals involved in such heinous acts.
Legal Proceedings
Police have registered a case under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. The accused has been sent to judicial custody. Further investigation is underway.
The incident has sparked outrage among local residents, who demand speedy justice for the victim.
