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Newborn Dies After Pregnant Teen's Alleged Gang-Rape in Rajasthan
A 16-year-old girl in Rajasthan was found to be pregnant following an alleged gang-rape and subsequently gave birth to a child who did not survive, police said. The incident has been registered in the Kolwa police station area.
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Law enforcement authorities in Rajasthan are investigating a case involving a teenage girl who was allegedly gang-raped and subsequently found to be pregnant. The girl, 16 years old, later delivered a child who died shortly after birth, according to police officials handling the case.
The incident came to light in the jurisdiction of Kolwa police station, where officers registered a formal complaint following the discovery of the girl's pregnancy. Details surrounding the circumstances that led to the identification of the crime remain unclear at this stage of the investigation.
The death of the newborn has added gravity to an already serious criminal matter. Police have launched a formal investigation into the allegations, though specific details regarding suspects or arrests have not yet been disclosed.
The case highlights ongoing concerns about violence against minors in the state. Authorities have not yet provided further information about the status of the investigation or any charges filed in connection with the incident.