Accused house set on fire (X/Shakeel Yasar Ullah)
In a distressing incident in Telangana’s Siddipet district, a 20-year-old man has been accused of sexually assaulting a minor girl. The news has triggered widespread outrage in the local community, leading to violent retaliation. The incident occurred on Sunday, within the limits of the Komuravelli police station.
The accused, identified as Sharfuddin, was apprehended by police shortly after the assault. A case has been registered under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. “We have registered a POCSO case against Sharfuddin and sent him to judicial remand,” police confirmed in a statement to the press.
In the wake of the assault, the victim’s family, along with local villagers, took the law into their own hands. Sharfuddin’s house was vandalised and set on fire, marking an escalation of the situation. News of the mob violence has sparked further debate on issues of law and order in the area.
Telangana's Komaravelli mandal villagers set fire to house of rape accused
— Shakeel Yasar Ullah (@yasarullah) September 30, 2024
The 7th grade girl was reportedly raped when she was alone at home. pic.twitter.com/hIlQMMrziY
The news of the assault and subsequent violence prompted a swift response from law enforcement. Police have also filed cases against those responsible for the destruction of the accused's property. “Some individuals created a law and order issue, and we have registered a separate case against them,” the police said. The investigation into both the assault and the violent aftermath is ongoing.
The news of the assault on the minor girl has left the Siddipet district reeling. The violent response from the villagers has added another layer of complexity to the situation, with authorities working to restore peace. Support has been provided to the minor victim, and legal proceedings are underway to ensure justice is served.
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