Gonda Horror: Man Arrested for Kidnapping and Raping Minor
A man has been arrested in Gonda, Uttar Pradesh, for the kidnapping and sexual assault of a 17-year-old girl. Read the full details here.
In a swift operation, the Motiganj police in Gonda, Uttar Pradesh, have apprehended a man accused of the kidnapping and sexual assault of a 17-year-old girl. The accused, identified as Shaheed, also known as Mubarak, was intercepted and arrested near the Chhajwa canal bridge.
A Disappearance That Sparked Panic
The nightmare began approximately one week ago in Chhajwa village. A local woman approached the Motiganj police station in a state of distress, reporting that her 17-year-old daughter had vanished. The teenager had left home for a routine errand to purchase supplies but never returned.
While the police began their official search, the family did not remain idle. In their own desperate attempts to locate the missing girl, they uncovered a chilling detail: the girl had been lured away by Shaheed alias Mubarak, a resident of Chapartalla village and the son of Jokhu alias Ahmed Ali.
Police Action and Legal Charges
Acting on the formal complaint filed by the mother, the Motiganj police registered a case under FIR number 243/2026. The investigation led the authorities to track down the suspect, resulting in his arrest near the canal bridge.
The accused now faces severe legal consequences. He has been charged under the following sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS):
- Section 137(2)
- Section 61(2)
- Section 64(1)
In addition to the BNS charges, the police have invoked the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, given the victim's age.
Current Status of the Case
Following the arrest, the Gonda police are currently completing the necessary legal formalities. The accused remains in custody as the authorities proceed with further judicial proceedings to ensure a thorough trial and justice for the victim.