Karnataka Man Charged Under POCSO Act for Sexually Assaulting Minor Sister-in-Law

Nov 19, 2025 06:38 pm CST

A disturbing case has emerged from Karnataka's Yadgir district where a man has been charged under the POCSO Act for repeatedly sexually assaulting his 16-year-old sister-in-law, resulting in her pregnancy. The accused, Mohammad Sab, allegedly committed the crimes when his wife was away from home and threatened the victim to maintain silence. The case came to light when medical examination confirmed the minor's four-month pregnancy, prompting immediate police action.