New Delhi: In a heartbreaking incident in Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, a 17-year-old girl reportedly took her own life after accusing a 19-year-old man of sexual exploitation. The tragic event has led to the arrest of three individuals, including the young man and two lodge employees.Night at lodge, subsequent suicideOn Monday, the minor girl spent the night with the 19-year-old at a lodge in Ballarpur. The following morning, when questioned by her family, she alleged that she had been sexually abused by the young man. Her family then lodged a complaint with local authorities.The police responded by arresting the 19-year-old under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. Despite this action, the situation worsened. On Wednesday, the girl committed suicide by hanging herself at her home, plunging her family into mourning.Further developmentsIn the wake of the girls death, the Ballapur police have also arrested the owner and manager of the lodge. They face accusations of permitting the minors stay at the establishment, which contributed to the tragic outcome.Community reactionThe incident has shocked the local community and underscores the urgent need for better protection mechanisms for minors. The polices prompt response and subsequent arrests reflect an effort to address the serious issues raised by this case.
