Nagpur: A serious case involving the alleged sexual assault of two minor brothers has been reported from the Rautnagar area under Wathoda Police Station in Nagpur. Police have arrested a 30-year-old man after the children’s family lodged a complaint. The accused has been booked under relevant provisions of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.
The victims are reportedly aged 6 and 11 years.
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Accused Allegedly Took Children to Bathroom
According to police, the accused has been identified as Ashfaq Hafiz Shaikh (30), a resident of Rautnagar. Preliminary investigation has reportedly not found any previous criminal record against him.
Police said that on September 16, the two brothers were playing near a mosque in their neighbourhood. During this time, the accused allegedly called the children over, persuaded them to accompany him and took them to a nearby bathroom. Police allege that a sexual offence was committed against the children there.
Children Told Family About Incident
After the incident, the children reportedly returned home in a frightened state. When their family members noticed a change in their behaviour and spoke to them, the children allegedly disclosed what had happened.
The children’s mother subsequently approached Wathoda Police Station and filed a complaint.
Accused Arrested, Investigation Underway
Based on the complaint, Wathoda police registered a case against Ashfaq Shaikh under relevant sections of the POCSO Act and arrested him.
Police are recording the children’s statements and examining other evidence connected with the case. Investigators are also looking into the circumstances of the incident, the nature of contact between the accused and the children, and other aspects relevant to the investigation.
Police officials said further legal action will be taken based on the facts established during the investigation.
The identities of the minor victims have been withheld in accordance with legal requirements concerning cases involving children.
