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Minor Girl Raped in Delhi's Paschim Vihar; Accused Arrested, Police Intensify Patrols
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News18•25-09-2026, 10:45
Minor Girl Raped in Delhi's Paschim Vihar; Accused Arrested, Police Intensify Patrols
- •A 14-year-old girl was allegedly raped by her neighbor in Delhi's Paschim Vihar area, leading to the arrest of the accused by Delhi Police.
- •The incident prompted a complaint from the victim's family, and a case was registered under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.
- •The accused was produced before a court and sent to judicial custody, with further details awaited as the police probe continues.
- •This case follows heightened security measures by Delhi Police after a separate alleged sexual assault near Kalkaji Temple, leading to intensified patrolling in the national capital.
- •Police in Shahdara conducted night and group patrols in markets and parks, involving women personnel and horse-mounted units, to strengthen women's safety and address security concerns.
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A case has been registered under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, and the accused neighbour was arrested by the Delhi Police before being sent to judicial custody.
Patrolling was intensified following a separate alleged sexual assault incident involving a minor near Kalkaji Temple, where three men allegedly posed as police personnel.
Police conducted night patrols and group patrols in markets and parks, with participation from women personnel, local market associations, and horse-mounted police units at Buddha Jayanti Park.
