Wanted Man Arrested in Gonda for Minor's Abduction and Rape
Police in Gonda have arrested Kamal, a wanted suspect accused of abducting and raping a 15-year-old girl in Khanpur village.
The Wazirganj police in Gonda have successfully apprehended a man wanted in connection with the abduction and sexual assault of a minor girl. The suspect, identified as Kamal, was caught following a targeted operation based on specific intelligence.
The Disappearance That Sparked an Investigation
The harrowing ordeal began on the morning of April 11, 2026. A resident of Khanpur village reported that his 15-year-old daughter had vanished while performing her morning chores. The teenager had headed toward the fields around 6:00 AM but failed to return home, sparking immediate panic within the family.
As the search intensified, the family raised suspicions regarding the girl's recent communications. They believed she had been lured away by an individual with whom she had been interacting via her mobile phone. This led to a formal complaint being lodged at the Wazirganj police station, setting off a manhunt for the perpetrator.
Dramatic Arrest at Chandapur Kodar Turn
The breakthrough in the case occurred on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. While patrolling the Chandapur market, Sub-Inspector Anirudh Kumar Singh and Constable Satish Singh received a crucial tip-off indicating that the wanted suspect was hiding near the Chandapur Kodar Turn.
When the police team arrived at the location, the suspect, Kamal, attempted to evade capture by fleeing the scene. However, the officers acted swiftly, intercepting and detaining him before he could escape. Kamal is a resident of Brijaur village, located within the jurisdiction of the Hariyanwa police station in the Hardoi district.
Legal Charges and Police Action
The police have formally registered the case against the accused under Crime Number 131/2026 at the Wazirganj police station. The charges are severe, reflecting the gravity of the crimes committed against the minor.
The suspect faces prosecution under several sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, including:
- Section 137(2): Relating to abduction.
- Section 87: Regarding specific criminal acts.
- Section 64(1): Pertaining to the act of rape.
- Sections 3/4 of the POCSO Act: Addressing offenses against children.
Following the arrest and the completion of necessary legal formalities, the accused was presented before the court.