47-Year-Old Man Arrested in Goa for Sexual Abuse of 7-Year-Old Girl: Complete Investigation Details

A 47-year-old man was arrested in Goa for allegedly sexually abusing a 7-year-old girl after luring her into his car with the promise of food. The suspect, identified as Satyawan Harishchandra Gaonkar, faces charges under multiple laws including the POCSO Act. The victim has undergone medical examination as authorities continue their investigation into this serious crime against a child.

Date & Time: Oct 05, 2025 08:20 pm CST
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Man Arrested For Sexually Abusing 7-Year-Old Girl In Car In Goa: Cops

Further investigation is currently in progress. (Representational)

Panaji:

On Sunday, authorities apprehended a man for allegedly committing sexual abuse against a 7-year-old girl inside his vehicle, according to a Goa police official.

The official from Bicholim police station identified the suspect as 47-year-old Satyawan Harishchandra Gaonkar.

According to the victim's father's complaint, Gaonkar persuaded the young girl to accompany him in his car on Saturday night by offering to buy her food. While returning, he stopped the vehicle and sexually abused the child. Law enforcement officers detained Gaonkar during the early hours of Sunday from his residence in Velguem," the official explained.

The child underwent medical examination at Goa Medical College and Hospital located in Bambolim. Authorities have charged Gaonkar under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Goa Children's Act, and Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. The investigation continues to proceed," added the official.

Source: https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/man-arrested-for-sexually-abusing-7-year-old-girl-in-car-in-goa-cops-9399999