In a shocking incident that has rattled the community of Jagadhri in Yamunanagar, the local police have made a swift arrest in a case involving the sexual assault of a four-year-old girl. The accused, a 20-year-old man identified as Pankaj Kumar, was apprehended within hours of the crime being reported.
Swift Police Action Leads to Arrest
The Jagadhri City police station team acted promptly after receiving a complaint from the victim's mother on December 25. According to officials, the mother discovered the assault upon returning home from a market, noticing visible injuries on her child. A case was immediately registered under the stringent Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, along with other relevant legal sections.
Superintendent of Police Kamaldeep Goyal formed a dedicated team to track down the suspect. Demonstrating efficiency, the team located and arrested the accused, Pankaj Kumar, who hails from Navanagar village in Bihar's Muzaffarpur district but was living on rent in the same neighbourhood as the victim.
Details of the Crime Emerge
Investigation revealed that the alleged assault took place when the girl was alone at home. The accused is said to have entered the house during the mother's absence. Jagadhri City Station House Officer Virender Walia confirmed the arrest and subsequent legal proceedings.
The accused was produced before a local court, which remanded him to judicial custody. The rapid police response has been noted, but the incident has sparked serious concerns about child safety in residential areas.
Community Shock and Legal Process
The brutal nature of the crime has sent shockwaves through the local community in Jagadhri. The case highlights the critical importance of vigilance and the role of swift law enforcement action in crimes against minors.
The application of the POCSO Act, which mandates strict punishment for sexual offences against children, underscores the legal framework's seriousness in dealing with such heinous acts. The police investigation is ongoing to ensure all aspects of the case are thoroughly examined.
