Minor raped in South West Khasi Hills; police dismiss charges

Shillong, June 13: In a shocking incident, four minor girls were allegedly raped in South West Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya. The district’s senior police officer, however, has denied the allegations.

The alleged rape and kidnapping were reported from a remote area under Nonghyllam police station. A case has been registered and an investigation is underway.

However, district police officer GD Kharwanlang said, “Only one of the girls was a minor. Moreover, it was consensual sex, they went of their own accord and there was no gang rape as reported. We have registered a case and investigation is on. No one has been arrested so far,” he added.

According to reports, the incident occurred on Friday and the girls were found by family members on Sunday. It is alleged that the victims were abducted and gang raped.