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TL;DR
- A three-year-old girl was allegedly raped by her father’s close friend in Umargam, Valsad, Gujarat.
- The accused fled after the crime, leading to widespread protests demanding his arrest and severe punishment.
- Authorities declared a bandh (shutdown) in Umargam to control the unrest following the incident.
- The police have apprehended the suspect and are conducting a thorough investigation, including a medical examination of the victim.
A shocking incident in Umargam, Valsad, Gujarat, has left the community in outrage after a three-year-old girl was allegedly raped by her father’s close friend. The crime reportedly occurred on August 27, 2024, prompting local residents to gather at the Umargam Police Station, demanding immediate action.
The accused fled the scene, but police assured the public that he had been apprehended and would be brought back to the town by the afternoon of August 28, 2024. Despite these assurances, protesters called for the death penalty for the accused.
In response to escalating tensions, authorities declared a bandh (shutdown) in Umargam to maintain order. The police have conducted a medical examination of the victim as part of the ongoing investigation.
This incident highlights the persistent issue of child sexual abuse in Gujarat, where 2,060 cases of child rape were reported in 2021 under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offenses (POCSO) Act. The community’s demand for justice underscores the urgent need for effective measures to protect children and prevent such crimes.
