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Two Arrested in Alleged Gang-Rape of 13-Year-Old in Outer North Delhi

Police formed an SIT for a time‑bound probe grounded in the minor’s statement, medical report.

Overview

  • Police identified the suspects as Rishabh, 26, a bank employee, and Narottam alias Neta, 28, a salon owner in Raja Vihar.
  • According to the girl’s statement, she was lured to a vacant house in Raja Vihar, forced to consume alcohol, then sexually assaulted.
  • Cases were registered on December 21 under BNS Section 70 for gang-rape and under Section 6 of the POCSO Act after the medical examination.
  • Both men were arrested following interrogation and remain in custody as investigators collect evidence and record statements.
  • Deputy Commissioner of Police Hareshwar Swami constituted a Special Investigation Team tasked with completing the investigation and filing a chargesheet promptly.