New Delhi: A shocking incident has come to light from Goas Panaji where local police have apprehended a 29-year-old construction worker accused of raping a four-year-old European girl. The arrest follows a complaint lodged by the childs mother, who detailed the harrowing event that occurred near their residence. The information was confirmed by Gauree Malkarnekar.Accused lives in neighbourhoodA family from Europe has been living in India since 2016 and recently moved to Goa two months ago. They were familiar with Goa, having visited many times before making it their home. Tragically, their child was playing with the accuseds daughter when a serious incident happened. Whats even more disturbing is that both families live in the same neighbourhood, which has left the locality members shocked and worried. This incident has hit close to home, making it even more concerning for the people living in the area.Details of the complaintAccording to the complaint filed on Tuesday, a mother told the police that her daughter was playing with the accuseds daughter near the accuseds home, which is a rented shed, on the evening before. The mother said something bad happened during that time. As soon as the mother told the police, they quickly responded and arrested the accused, who is now in their custody. The police are taking this matter seriously and are investigating what happenedInvestigation is ongoingThe accused has been charged under various sections of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act and the Goa Childrens Act. Following his arrest, the police have launched a comprehensive investigation into the case. Authorities are working diligently to uncover further details and ensure justice for the victim.
