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Youth arrested for sexual assault of minor at Kochi Halloween celebration
Police in Kochi have arrested a youth in connection with the alleged sexual abuse of a 15-year-old girl during a Halloween party. The incident has prompted a criminal investigation by local authorities.
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A young man has been taken into custody by Kochi police following allegations that he sexually assaulted a minor during a Halloween celebration in the city. The victim, a 15-year-old girl, reported the incident to authorities, triggering a formal investigation into the matter.
According to police records, the alleged abuse occurred during a Halloween party where both the accused and the victim were present. The girl subsequently filed a complaint with law enforcement, providing details of the incident and identifying the accused.
The arrested youth is currently in police custody as investigators gather evidence and statements related to the case. The circumstances surrounding the party and the sequence of events leading to the alleged assault are being examined as part of the ongoing investigation.
The case has been registered under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code pertaining to sexual offences against minors. Police said further details would emerge as the investigation progresses.