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Gem Group Chairman Veeramani Arrested in Seventh POCSO Case
Police have registered a seventh Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) case against Gem Group chairman R Veeramani, with investigators identifying ten victims so far. The latest complaint was filed by a woman who was a minor when the alleged offence occurred.
LSN India ·
A seventh POCSO case has been registered against R Veeramani, chairman of Gem Group, as a Special Investigation Team (SIT) continues its probe into allegations of sexual abuse. Police said the case was initiated following a formal complaint received from a victim who was a minor at the time of the alleged incident.
Investigators have so far identified ten victims in connection with the fresh case, according to senior police officials overseeing the inquiry. The development marks a significant escalation in the investigation against the businessman, who now faces multiple POCSO charges.
The SIT's continued expansion of charges reflects ongoing efforts to document and verify complaints from alleged victims. Police have not disclosed additional details regarding the specific nature of the allegations or the timeline of the incidents in question.
The investigation underscores heightened scrutiny of high-profile figures in response to sexual abuse complaints. Authorities have stated they are continuing their examination of evidence and statements from those who have come forward with allegations.