75-Year-Old Temple Priest Arrested for Sexual Abuse of Minor in Tamil Nadu Temple

Oct 10, 2025 12:56 pm CST

A 75-year-old temple priest has been arrested under the POCSO Act for sexually abusing a 13-year-old girl at a temple in Thiruvalanchuzhi near Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu. The incident occurred when the girl visited the temple with her family and was alone at the offertory box area. Police confirmed the allegations after thorough investigation.