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5-year-old girl raped in Palnadu, police launch manhunt to catch 18-year-old accused

The girl’s parents lodged a complaint in this regard with Narasaraopet Rural Police Station on Monday. The police have registered a case under the POCSO Act against the accused, identified as Chandu.

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Updated: Monday, June 24, 2024, 23:48 IST

Shock in Andhra Pradesh: 5-year-old girl raped in Palnadu, police launch manhunt to nab 18-year-old accused | ANI

Shock in Andhra Pradesh: 5-year-old girl raped in Palnadu, police launch manhunt to nab 18-year-old accused | ANI

Palnadu (Andhra Pradesh), June 24: In a shocking incident, an 18-year-old youth allegedly raped a 5-year-old girl in Narasaraopeta town in Palnadu district of Andhra Pradesh. The girl’s parents filed a complaint at Narasaraopet Rural Police Station on Monday.

Police have registered a case under the POCSO Act against the accused, identified as Chandu. Narasaraopet Rural Sub-Inspector Rossayya said the accused is absconding and police will trace him soon. More details are awaited.

Published on: Monday, June 24, 2024, 23:48 IST