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Crime
Madhya Pradesh police arrest man accused of molesting 1-year-old niece
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 05 Sep 2026, 12:02 PM
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A man was taken into custody in Madhya Pradesh after being charged with sexually assaulting his one‑year‑old niece, officials said.
Madhya Pradesh police have arrested a man on suspicion of sexually assaulting his one‑year‑old niece, according to a report by The Times of India. The alleged offence took place in the state, prompting immediate intervention by local law‑enforcement agencies.
Authorities said the suspect was apprehended after a complaint was lodged by the child's family. The police have taken the child into protective care and are conducting a forensic examination to gather evidence.
The arrested individual will face charges under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, which mandates stringent penalties for sexual crimes against minors. The case is now under investigation, and further legal proceedings will follow.
Authorities said the suspect was apprehended after a complaint was lodged by the child's family. The police have taken the child into protective care and are conducting a forensic examination to gather evidence.
The arrested individual will face charges under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, which mandates stringent penalties for sexual crimes against minors. The case is now under investigation, and further legal proceedings will follow.