Banda Police Probe Alleged Assault of 7-Year-Old Student
Banda Police investigate allegations of sexual assault involving a 7-year-old student at a primary school. Initial probe finds claims suspicious.
Police in Banda, Uttar Pradesh, have launched an investigation into a harrowing allegation involving the sexual assault of a seven-year-old student at a primary school. The case, located within the jurisdiction of the Badausa police station, was initiated after the child's father filed a formal complaint regarding the incident.
The Alleged Incident and Timeline
According to the details provided in the complaint, the child's parents had departed for a pilgrimage to Maihar on October 6, leaving the young student in the care of other family members. The father alleges that the incident occurred on October 8, when the child was reportedly called into the school office under the pretext of fetching water.
The trauma came to light when the parents returned from their pilgrimage on October 10. The family claims the student reported the incident to her mother while in a state of extreme distress and crying.
Police Investigation and Preliminary Findings
Superintendent of Police Palash Bansal has provided an update on the ongoing probe, noting that the initial investigation has raised questions regarding the veracity of the claims. The Superintendent stated that the allegations currently appear suspicious and may have been fabricated, as the student has not provided statements supporting the claim during the preliminary investigation.
Despite the initial findings, authorities are proceeding with a rigorous investigation. The current status of the case includes the following actions:
- Medical Examination: A medical examination of the child has already been conducted.
- Support Services: The student has been transferred to a One Stop Center to ensure she receives necessary support.
- Statement Recording: Police have recorded the student's initial statements and are currently in the process of recording statements from the entire school staff.
- Evidence Gathering: Authorities are actively investigating all available evidence to determine the truth of the matter.
The police have emphasized that further legal action will be determined based on the evidence gathered and the forthcoming statement to be recorded by the child before a court of law.