NAMAKKAL: A 50-year-old man was arrested on Saturday on charges of sexually harassing two minor girls in Pallipalayam in Namakkal district.
Details of the Incident
The arrested man, identified as S Ravi from Salem district, was working at a textile shop in Pallipalayam and stayed at a relative’s house. According to an officer at the Pallipalayam police station, Ravi came to know that a 13-year-old girl and her seven-year-old sister were alone at their home while their parents were away. On Thursday, he approached them in an intoxicated state and sexually harassed them.
Legal Action Taken
The girls informed their parents when they returned home. The parents lodged a complaint with the Pallipalayam police. Based on their complaint, police registered a case and launched a search operation. Ravi was arrested on Saturday morning and remanded in judicial custody.
This incident highlights the need for increased vigilance and safety measures for children in the community. Authorities have urged parents to ensure their children are never left unsupervised and to report any suspicious activities immediately.
