In a shocking incident from Ludhiana, the city police have registered a case against a 21-year-old man for allegedly sodomising an eight-year-old boy. The crime was committed under the pretext of buying the child kites, according to the First Information Report (FIR).
Father's Alert Leads to FIR
The case came to light after the young victim's father noticed blood stains on his son's clothing. The incident occurred on Sunday when the boy was playing in his street. Upon questioning, the child narrated a harrowing tale to his father.
The boy stated that the accused, who resides in the same locality, approached him while he was playing. The man lured the child with an offer to buy him kites and then took him to his house. It was there that the alleged sodomy took place. The accused also threatened the boy, instructing him not to speak about the incident to anyone.
Police Action Under POCSO Act
Acting swiftly on the father's complaint, the Ludhiana police lodged a formal FIR. The investigating officer confirmed that the case has been registered under the stringent Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.
The officer assured that the accused will be apprehended soon. The police are conducting a thorough investigation into the matter, which has sent shockwaves through the local community.
Community and Legal Repercussions
This grave incident underscores the persistent threat of sexual violence against children, even in familiar neighbourhoods. The use of a simple lure like kites highlights the predatory tactics employed by offenders. The prompt action by the child's father and the police in invoking the POCSO Act is a critical step towards seeking justice. The case adds to the urgent discourse on child safety and the need for vigilant community protection mechanisms.
