Youth Arrested in Bhopal for Allegedly Molesting Three-Year-Old Girl
In Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, a young man was arrested for allegedly molesting a three-year-old girl. The incident took place on October 15 under the jurisdiction of Bagsewaniya police station. The girl’s mother reported the incident after her daughter attended a coaching class run by the accused’s mother. The accused allegedly molested the girl when his mother, the teacher, stepped out.
Following the incident, the police registered a case after the minor underwent counselling with the Child Welfare Committee (CWC) and a medical examination. Bagsewaniya police station in-charge, Amit Soni, explained that the complaint was lodged on Wednesday. The police took action based on the minor’s statement and medical examination, registering a case under section 74 of the Bharatiya Nyay Sahita (BNS) and relevant sections of the POCSO Act.
The accused was arrested on Thursday, and further investigations are ongoing.
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Bhopal -: Bhopal is the capital city of the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. It is known for its lakes and historical sites.
Molesting -: Molesting means to harm or bother someone in a very inappropriate way, especially in a physical manner. It is a serious crime.
POCSO Act -: The POCSO Act stands for Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act. It is a law in India designed to protect children from sexual abuse and exploitation.
Counselling -: Counselling is a process where a trained person helps someone talk about their feelings and problems to feel better and find solutions.
Medical examination -: A medical examination is when a doctor checks someone’s body to make sure they are healthy or to find out what is wrong if they are hurt or sick.
