Serious Case of Sexual Assault on 12-Year-Old Girl in Jharkhand Sparks Immediate Action
A 12-year-old girl in Jharkhand is hospitalized after alleged sexual assault, prompting swift legal action under the POCSO Act.
Chatra, October 12 (Daily Kiran) : A grave incident has emerged from the Lawaloung area in Chatra district, Jharkhand, where a 12-year-old girl was reportedly sexually assaulted, leading to her pregnancy. The victim was admitted to Chatra Sadar Hospital after complaining of severe bleeding and abdominal pain. Medical professionals confirmed her pregnancy upon examination.
In light of the serious nature of the case, both the Child Welfare Committee and local police acted promptly. Following the incident’s revelation, a joint team from the Child Welfare Committee, Sadar Police Station, and Women’s Police Station visited the hospital under the directives of SP Animesh Naithani and SDPO Sunny Vardhan.
The team engaged with the victim and her family to gather detailed information about the incident. Narmdeshwar Singh, the president of the Child Welfare Committee, stated that counseling was provided to the victim and her parents.
Based on the family’s consent and the victim’s statement, a zero FIR is being filed at the Sadar Police Station. This will be transferred to the Lawaloung Police Station for further investigation and legal proceedings.
Legal action is being pursued against the accused under relevant sections of the POCSO Act. Dr. Manish Lal, the deputy superintendent of the Sadar Hospital, confirmed the victim’s pregnancy and mentioned that she is receiving primary treatment under close medical supervision.
The hospital management has also formally notified the police regarding the case. During preliminary questioning, the victim accused a young man from her village of luring her into the assault. Allegedly, after the pregnancy was discovered, the accused administered abortion pills to her, which resulted in her deteriorating health and severe bleeding. Currently, police and the Child Welfare Committee are prioritizing the victim’s safety and treatment while moving forward with legal actions to apprehend the suspect.
