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Satara Teen Charged Under POCSO After Knife Threat to Schoolgirl

Superintendent Doshi has vowed enhanced patrols in sensitive areas following the attack, launching a review of earlier stalking complaint responses.

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Satara Locals Foil Knife Attack on Schoolgirl in Broad Daylight
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Overview

  • The 18-year-old Class 12 student faces charges under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, molestation, kidnapping and Section 117(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita following Monday’s attack.
  • Investigators are gathering evidence that he stalked the girl for several months after she cut off communication in January.
  • Two off-duty police officers and a doctor intervened to disarm the suspect and rescue the minor in the Basappa Peth Karanje area.
  • The girl suffered a minor hand injury and one bystander was also hurt before an angry crowd subdued the assailant.
  • Superintendent Tushar Doshi has ordered stepped-up patrols in sensitive areas and launched a review of earlier complaint handling as community demand for stronger student safety measures grows.