Ballia Police Detain Minor Relative in Alleged Rape of Class 11 Student

Overview

• Police said the neighbour, a minor relative, persuaded the student to leave her bicycle and ride his motorcycle on her way to school on Monday.
• He allegedly took her to a secluded room, sexually assaulted her, and threatened her with dire consequences if she spoke.
• The family filed a complaint on Tuesday evening, after which a case was registered for rape and criminal intimidation under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita along with the POCSO Act.
• A police officer said both the complainant and the accused are around 17 years old.
• The accused is in custody, and police reported that further investigation is underway.