Over 60 allegedly involved…
On Saturday, 11 January 2025, The Police have registered at least four FIRs and arrested six persons for allegedly raping a girl at various locations when she was under 18 years old.
The arrests were made based on the statement of an 18-year-old girl, who alleged she has been subjected to rape multiple times since the age of 16, the police said.
They said five persons were arrested in connection with two FIRs filed by the police, while another person was already in jail in connection with a separate case.
A total of four FIRs have been registered in connection with the rape incident allegedly involving several people, police said.
According to police sources, over 60 people are suspected to be involved.
The issue came to light during counseling conducted by the Child Welfare Committee, after the victim's teachers at an educational institution informed the panel about noticeable changes in her behavior.
The committee subsequently notified the police, who started an investigation.
According to the police, women officers were in the process of recording the victim's statement and gathering additional information.
Edited By: Tanvi Walia
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