minor victim
Two Men Arrested in Jhansi for Sexual Assault on Minor, Blackmail Attempt and Police Shootout
Dec 07, 2025 12:34 am CST
Police in Jhansi apprehended two men following a shootout for allegedly sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl, recording the act, and attempting to extort Rs 5 lakh from her family by threatening to distribute the video. One suspect was injured during the arrest operation where illegal firearms were also recovered.
Dramatic Police Encounter Ends 144-Hour Manhunt for Child Rape Suspect in Madhya Pradesh
Nov 28, 2025 02:52 pm CST
A dramatic police encounter ended the 144-hour manhunt for 23-year-old Salman, accused of raping a six-year-old girl in Madhya Pradesh's Raisen district. After being captured in Bhopal, the suspect attempted to escape by snatching an officer's gun during transfer, forcing police to shoot him in the leg. The case had sparked public outrage after the accused was spotted twice on video following the crime.
5-Year-Old Sexual Assault Victim Denied Medical Care as Village Attempts Cover-Up in Maharashtra
Nov 25, 2025 02:08 am CST
A 5-year-old girl in Maharashtra's Beed district was allegedly sexually assaulted by a teenage relative, with village residents preventing the family from reporting the crime or seeking immediate medical care. After four days of suffering, authorities were finally notified, resulting in charges under the POCSO Act and the child's hospitalization. Officials are investigating both the assault and the community's obstruction of justice.
Kerala School Teacher Sentenced to Life for Raping 10-Year-Old Student: Justice Served in Landmark POCSO Case
Nov 15, 2025 07:49 pm CST
A 48-year-old school teacher and BJP activist in Kerala received life imprisonment for repeatedly sexually assaulting a 10-year-old girl. The Thalassery Fast Track Special Court convicted him under multiple sections of the POCSO Act and IPC after a thorough investigation that examined 42 witnesses and 91 documents. The case highlights Kerala's commitment to protecting child rights through strict enforcement of child protection laws.
Man Manipulates 13-Year-Old Into "Virtual Marriage" Before Orchestrating Sexual Assault Via Video Call
Nov 14, 2025 02:41 am CST
A disturbing case from Chhattisgarh reveals how a man from Bihar manipulated a 13-year-old girl through social media, conducted a "virtual marriage," and later orchestrated her sexual assault while watching remotely. The primary suspect was arrested in 2022, while his accomplice was finally apprehended after evading authorities for nearly three years. This case highlights the dangerous intersection of technology, manipulation, and crimes against minors.
15-Year-Old Rape Victim Dies by Suicide After Consuming Pesticide in West Bengal
Nov 12, 2025 07:28 pm CST
A 15-year-old rape victim from West Bengal's West Midnapore district died 18 days after consuming pesticide, reportedly due to social stigma and fear. The accused, who employed the girl at his factory, has been arrested and remains in judicial custody. The victim's family suspects she was driven to suicide by taunts from locals or the accused's family, and they are demanding severe punishment for abetting suicide.
Class 7 Student Lured Through Instagram and Gang-Raped in Lucknow Hotel: Police Investigation Underway
Nov 06, 2025 05:30 pm CST
A 7th-grade student in Lucknow became the victim of a gang rape after being lured by an Instagram contact and his accomplices. The minor was confined to a hotel room for two days where she was repeatedly assaulted. Two suspects have been arrested under POCSO Act charges, while police continue searching for the primary perpetrator who initiated contact through social media.
Maharashtra Gurukul Head Arrested for Sexual Assault on Minor Student: POCSO Case Filed
Oct 15, 2025 12:10 pm CST
Bhagwan Kokare Maharaj, head of Warkari Gurukul in Ratnagiri, Maharashtra, and teacher Pritesh Prabhakar Kadam have been arrested under POCSO Act for allegedly sexually assaulting a minor female student. The victim reported being physically assaulted and threatened to remain silent about the abuse, which began shortly after her enrollment for spiritual education.
16-Year-Old Girl Rescued After Six-Month Captivity and Sexual Assault in Uttar Pradesh
Sep 28, 2025 12:22 pm CST
Police in Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh, rescued a 16-year-old girl who had been kidnapped and repeatedly sexually assaulted over a six-month period. The 21-year-old perpetrator has been arrested and charged under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the POCSO Act following a coordinated search operation that concluded with the victim's rescue near Prayagraj's Sangam Railway Station.
4 Arrested For Raping Girl in Jharkhand's Godda: Cops
Sep 21, 2025 01:24 am CST
Four persons were arrested in Jharkhand's Godda district for allegedly raping a teenage girl in Boarijore area, police said on Saturday.