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Assam Man Detained for Alleged Rape and Murder of 8-Year-Old at Tea Garden

Authorities have filed charges under child protection and murder statutes ahead of a court appearance today.

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Locals caught the accused when he tried to flee from the scene and handed him over to the police.

Overview

  • An eight-year-old girl went missing while collecting firewood at Kachari Pathar tea garden on Saturday and was later found concealed in a drain.
  • Local residents apprehended the suspect as he attempted to flee and handed him over to Namrup police.
  • Authorities identified the accused as 40–45-year-old Jiten Lohar, who served 14 years for killing his mother before his release three years ago.
  • Police registered the case under the POCSO Act, section 65 of the BNS code and sections 302 and 238 of the Indian Penal Code for rape, murder and concealing evidence.
  • Lohar remains in custody at Namrup police station and is scheduled for formal production in court today.