Tailor from Mumbai arrested for alleged rape and impregnating a minor, now faces legal action

A 57-year-old tailor from the eastern suburbs has been arrested by police for his alleged involvement in the rape and subsequent impregnation of a 15-year-old girl. Authorities announced the disturbing development on Friday, shedding light on a shocking case of abuse and exploitation.

The tailor, whose identity has not been disclosed, reportedly tried to silence the victim with threats and warned her not to tell her family about the heinous attack. The seriousness of the situation only became clear when the girl’s family learned of her pregnancy and a dark and disturbing story of manipulation and abuse came to light.

A police officer stated that the young girl first visited the accused tailor in November last year to have her clothes repaired. But what began as a seemingly harmless interaction soon turned into a nightmare for the victim. The accused allegedly lured the girl to his shop several times under the pretext of taking her measurements, only to subject her to repeated sexual violence. He also resorted to threats and warned the girl of dire consequences if she dared to speak out against his atrocities.

In response to this egregious violation, a rape case was registered against the accused under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (Pocso) Act, which underlines the seriousness of the charges levelled against him. Subsequently, the accused was produced before the court and remanded in police custody, which is a crucial step towards ensuring justice for the victim and bringing the perpetrator to book for his reprehensible acts.

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