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Police identify survivor in POCSO case against granite industrialist Veeramani
A significant development has emerged in the investigation against businessman Veeramani on charges of child exploitation, with investigators identifying a survivor and uncovering evidence of additional minor victims. The breakthrough is expected to strengthen the case filed under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offence (POCSO) Act.
LSN India ·
Law enforcement agencies investigating allegations against the granite sector businessman have made substantial headway in their inquiry, marking a turning point in the case. The identification of a survivor has provided investigators with crucial testimony and corroborating details that have widened the scope of the investigation.
According to police statements, evidence gathered during the investigation suggests that multiple minors may have been subjected to exploitation by the accused. The investigators are pursuing leads to identify and document cases involving additional victims, which could significantly expand the charges against Veeramani.
The POCSO Act case represents one of the more serious allegations to emerge against a prominent figure in the granite industry. Authorities have indicated that the investigation is progressing systematically, with the survivor's cooperation enabling law enforcement to piece together a comprehensive picture of the alleged offences.
The case underscores ongoing concerns about child protection in commercial and industrial sectors across the region. Police have appealed for any other potential victims or witnesses to come forward with information that could assist in the investigation.