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Goa police officer, female aide booked in teen sexual assault case
A 16-year-old girl has accused a police inspector of sexually assaulting her multiple times at a Crime Branch office in Goa. A female police aide has also been booked in connection with the allegations.
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Authorities in Goa have registered a case against Inspector Vikas Deykar and a female police aide following allegations of sexual assault against a minor at the Crime Branch office in Ribandar. The 16-year-old victim reported that she was assaulted on multiple occasions while at the police facility.
Both accused have been booked under provisions of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, which carries stringent penalties for crimes against minors. The case marks a serious breach of protocol within law enforcement, as the alleged incidents occurred within a police establishment.
The investigation has been initiated following the girl's complaint. Authorities have begun collecting evidence and statements related to the allegations. The case underscores ongoing concerns about the safety of vulnerable individuals in institutional settings, particularly within government offices.
The Goa Police have not yet released additional details regarding the progress of the investigation. Legal proceedings against the accused are expected to follow standard protocols under POCSO provisions, which mandate expedited trials in cases involving sexual offences against children.