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Delhi Rocked by 3 Child Sexual Assault Cases; Safety Concerns Mount
- •Three separate cases of alleged sexual violence involving minors have surfaced in Delhi within days, raising serious concerns about child safety.
- •An 11-year-old girl was allegedly assaulted in Sadar Bazaar by a 56-year-old tailor; the accused has been arrested under the POCSO Act.
- •A six-year-old girl was allegedly assaulted in Desh Bandhu Gupta Road, leading to protests and an ongoing investigation.
- •A 17-year-old girl was allegedly gang-raped by three men posing as police officers near Kalkaji Temple; one suspect has been apprehended.
- •These incidents highlight the urgent need for stronger monitoring mechanisms and safeguards for children in the national capital.
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An 11-year-old Class 6 student was allegedly assaulted on September 16 after leaving her home to buy stationery in Sadar Bazaar. A 56-year-old tailor named Maqsood allegedly lured her into his shop, where she was restrained and attacked. Police arrested the accused and placed him in judicial custody after filing a case under the POCSO Act.
A 17-year-old girl was allegedly gang-raped in a park near Kalkaji Temple by three men posing as police officers after visiting the temple with a male friend. One of the suspects was reportedly apprehended following a police encounter, while authorities continue searching for the remaining individuals.
A protest occurred after a six-year-old girl was allegedly assaulted in the Desh Bandhu Gupta Road area. Local residents brought the suspect, identified as Ankit, to the police post while family members and locals gathered to demand immediate action.
