In a distressing incident in Telanganas Siddipet district, a 20-year-old man has been accused of sexually assaulting a minor girl. The news has triggered widespread outrage in the local community, leading to violent retaliation. The incident occurred on Sunday, within the limits of the Komuravelli police station.The accused, identified as Sharfuddin, was apprehended by police shortly after the assault. A case has been registered under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. “We have registered a POCSO case against Sharfuddin and sent him to judicial remand,” police confirmed in a statement to the press.Villagers respond with violenceIn the wake of the assault, the victims family, along with local villagers, took the law into their own hands. Sharfuddins house was vandalised and set on fire, marking an escalation of the situation. News of the mob violence has sparked further debate on issues of law and order in the area.Telanganas Komaravelli mandal villagers set fire to house of rape accusedThe 7th grade girl was reportedly raped when she was alone at home. pic.twitter.com/hIlQMMrziY— Shakeel Yasar Ullah (@yasarullah) September 30, 2024Authorities take actionThe news of the assault and subsequent violence prompted a swift response from law enforcement. Police have also filed cases against those responsible for the destruction of the accuseds property. “Some individuals created a law and order issue, and we have registered a separate case against them,” the police said. The investigation into both the assault and the violent aftermath is ongoing.Community shocked by incidentThe news of the assault on the minor girl has left the Siddipet district reeling. The violent response from the villagers has added another layer of complexity to the situation, with authorities working to restore peace. Support has been provided to the minor victim, and legal proceedings are underway to ensure justice is served.
