In Dharapuram, two teenage boys were arrested under POCSO for sexually harassing a 14-year-old schoolgirl over a period of three months. The incident was reported to the police by the victim's mother.
Tirupur: In a disheartening incident in Dharapuram, Tirupur district, two minors were taken into custody under the POCSO Act, accused of persistently sexually harassing a 14-year-old girl. According to authorities, the harassment spanned three months and involved the brother and his friend, both 16, of the victim.
The accused, students at a local industrial training institute in Dharapuram, reportedly engaged regularly in viewing explicit content and discussing inappropriate subjects online, which allegedly influenced their actions. The situation came to light when the girl confided in her mother, who promptly sought medical examination and reported the matter to the authorities.
The medical staff at the government hospital confirmed the allegations and informed the all-women police station. Inspector Sellam conducted a thorough investigation and based on the victim's statements, apprehended the two juveniles. They have been placed in a juvenile home in Tirupur pending further investigation.
The police have ensured medical care for the victim and the child protection authorities have been notified to provide further support and intervention in the case.
The accused, students at a local industrial training institute in Dharapuram, reportedly engaged regularly in viewing explicit content and discussing inappropriate subjects online, which allegedly influenced their actions. The situation came to light when the girl confided in her mother, who promptly sought medical examination and reported the matter to the authorities.
The medical staff at the government hospital confirmed the allegations and informed the all-women police station. Inspector Sellam conducted a thorough investigation and based on the victim's statements, apprehended the two juveniles. They have been placed in a juvenile home in Tirupur pending further investigation.
The police have ensured medical care for the victim and the child protection authorities have been notified to provide further support and intervention in the case.