The incident has once again raised concerns over the safety of vulnerable children living on the streets in the national capital. Police say the investigation is progressing rapidly and forensic evidence is being examined.

An 11-year-old girl was allegedly abducted and killed in Delhi's Mehrauli area, prompting swift police action that led to the arrest of a cab driver within hours of her disappearance. According to police, the child went missing early Monday morning, after which her family alerted authorities through a PCR call. Investigators launched an immediate search operation using CCTV footage, local intelligence and technical inputs. The accused was later taken into custody, and the girl's body was recovered based on information provided during questioning. Police have sent the body for post-mortem examination and initiated further legal proceedings. The case has drawn attention to the challenges faced by economically vulnerable families living in public spaces across the city.

According to officials, the victim belonged to a family that survived through daily wage work and informal street vending. The girl reportedly sold balloons and other small items to support her family. Her parents work as daily labourers and have been living on a footpath after facing financial difficulties.

Police said the missing child report was received around 6 a.m. on Monday. Following the complaint, investigators reviewed surveillance footage and gathered information from multiple sources, eventually identifying a suspect.

Investigation Moves Quickly

Authorities stated that the accused, an app-based cab driver, was detained and questioned shortly after being identified. During the investigation, police recovered the girl's body from a forested area in Mehrauli based on the suspect's disclosure.

Officials said forensic evidence and the post-mortem report will play a crucial role in determining the sequence of events and strengthening the prosecution's case. Further investigation remains underway.

Family Background

According to police sources, the victim's family originally hails from Bihar and had previously lived in rented accommodation. Financial hardship reportedly forced them to vacate their home, after which they began living on the roadside.

Police records indicate that the accused is also from Bihar. Authorities said he had previously faced cases related to assault and driving under the influence, though investigators are examining whether those incidents have any connection to the current case.

Concerns Over Child Safety

The case has renewed concerns about the safety of children living in vulnerable conditions in urban areas. Child rights advocates have repeatedly called for stronger protection mechanisms for families residing on footpaths and in temporary settlements.

Officials said relevant legal provisions relating to the alleged crimes have been invoked and the investigation is being monitored closely. Once the inquiry is completed, a detailed chargesheet will be filed before the court. The case remains under active investigation by Delhi Police.

In a disturbing case from Rewa district, a young man has been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a minor girl over a period of time by threatening to kill her. The accused, identified as Sartaj Ansari, was booked under the POCSO Act and relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita following a complaint filed by the victim.

Police said the girl gathered courage and approached the Amhiya police station on June 1 to register her complaint. According to her statement, the accused, a resident of the same area, had been intimidating her for quite some time. He allegedly exploited her fear and committed the offence repeatedly.

Threat and Exploitation

Initial investigation reveals that the minor had been living under constant fear due to the threats. Sources familiar with the case said the accused used the threat of murder to silence her. The girl reportedly endured the ordeal for several weeks before finally confiding in her family, leading to the formal complaint.

Amhiya police registered the case promptly and launched a swift search operation. Within hours, teams conducted raids at possible hideouts and nabbed the accused. He was produced before the court the same day and remanded to judicial custody.

Sections Invoked

The police have invoked stringent provisions against the accused. A case has been registered under Section 64(2)(m) and 351(3) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, along with Sections 5 and 6 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. Since the victim is a minor, the entire investigation is being conducted under POCSO guidelines, which mandate time-bound probe and sensitive handling.

Senior Superintendent of Police, Rewa, has directed officials to ensure a thorough investigation. “We are committed to fast-tracking such sensitive cases. Action is taken immediately on receipt of complaints involving women and children,” a senior officer said.

Community Reaction and Police Vigil

Local residents expressed shock over the incident, with many demanding strict punishment for the accused. Social workers in the area have called for greater awareness and support mechanisms for victims of sexual violence, especially minors.

This case comes amid ongoing efforts by Madhya Pradesh Police to maintain strict vigilance against crimes against women and children. In recent months, Rewa police have registered and acted upon several POCSO cases, sending a strong message that such offences will not be tolerated.

 Investigation Progress

Officers are now examining other aspects of the case, including whether there were any accomplices or previous instances of similar behaviour by the accused. The victim is being provided necessary counselling and medical support as per protocol.

Police have appealed to citizens to come forward with any additional information that could help in delivering complete justice. They have also assured complete confidentiality and protection to the complainant and her family.

The incident has once again highlighted the need for stronger community vigilance and prompt reporting of suspicious activities involving minors. Authorities have reiterated that fear or social pressure should not prevent victims from approaching law enforcement agencies.

As the investigation proceeds, the focus remains on delivering swift justice to the minor victim while ensuring the legal process is followed meticulously.

Tension gripped the Bhilai-3 police station area on Saturday after a 23-year-old man was caught attempting to sexually assault a five-year-old girl. The timely intervention of alert villagers prevented a tragedy, as they chased down the suspect and rescued the child from a secluded spot.

The accused, identified as Kishore Chauhan, allegedly lured the minor away from her home under the pretext of buying her chocolates. This incident comes as a grim reminder of a similar horrific assault reported in the neighboring Utai area just a fortnight ago, sparking concerns over child safety in the district.

The Rescue Operation

According to local sources, the incident occurred around 5:00 PM on Saturday. The child was playing outside her residence when Chauhan approached her. He reportedly took her toward a deserted patch of land filled with dense bushes.

A group of villagers grew suspicious upon seeing the young girl being led toward the thickets by the youth. They decided to follow the duo discreetly. Upon realizing the suspect’s intentions, the locals intervened immediately, securing the girl before any physical harm could be inflicted.

Mob Justice Meted

Infuriated by the act, the gathered crowd reportedly cornered Chauhan on the spot. Witnesses stated that the accused was subjected to a round of thrashing, with locals using slaps and kicks to vent their anger.

The situation remained volatile for nearly an hour until the Bhilai-3 police arrived at the scene. Officers managed to pacify the mob and took the bruised suspect into custody. He was subsequently shifted to a local facility for a medical examination before formal interrogation.

Vulnerable Family Background

The victim's personal circumstances have added a layer of poignancy to the case. Reports indicate that the girl lost her mother some time ago, and her father remains away from the city most of the year for labor work.

The child is currently being raised by a ‘Mitanin’ (community health volunteer) who has legally adopted her. The guardian was reportedly at work when the accused targeted the child. Social activists have called for better protection for children from such vulnerable backgrounds.

Police Confirm Details

Senior police officials, including ASP City Sukhnandan Rathore and CSP Prashant Kumar, reached the spot to oversee the preliminary investigation. The police have officially clarified that while it was a clear attempt at sexual assault, the timely intervention prevented the rape from being completed.

“We have recorded the statements of the eyewitnesses and the guardian. The accused was caught in the act of luring the child to a secluded area with criminal intent,” a senior official stated.

Strict Legal Action

The Bhilai-3 police have registered a formal FIR against Kishore Chauhan. He has been booked under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.

Specific charges include Sections 137(2), 65(2), 296, 115(2), and 351(3), alongside Sections 4 and 12 of the POCSO Act. Authorities are currently scanning Chauhan’s past records to determine if he has been involved in prior criminal activities or similar offenses in the Durg district.

Recent Crime Context

The district remains on edge as this is the second such high-profile case involving a minor in 14 days. Earlier this month, a five-year-old was raped in the Utai area by a neighbor, Dhaneshwar Sahu, who had similarly used chocolates as bait.

Public outrage is mounting as residents demand stricter patrolling in residential pockets. The latest news today suggests that local community leaders are planning a representation to the administration seeking enhanced CCTV surveillance in semi-urban patches of Bhilai to deter such predators.

A failed ransom bid in the Indore kidnapping case ended within seven hours on Thursday after police rescued two boys and arrested four neighbours who allegedly plotted the abduction to make quick money. According to officials, the accused had surveyed children from well-off families in their locality before picking up two boys from a public garden in Indore’s Lalaram Nagar.

Children Traced Fast

The two boys, Naitik, 9, and Samrat, 11, were allegedly abducted on Thursday evening from a garden in Lalaram Nagar by people known to them. Police said the children were taken to a flat in Dutt Nagar, where they were kept while the accused prepared to seek ransom from their families.

The Indore kidnapping case was cracked after a relative of one of the boys alerted family members when the children failed to return home. The information quickly reached police, triggering a city-wide search operation.

Four Accused Arrested

Police arrested four accused within hours of the complaint. They were identified as Vineet Prajapati, 22, his sister Radhika Prajapati, 19, Lalit Sen, 21, and his wife Tanisha, 20.

Investigators said Vineet and Radhika were the alleged masterminds of the plot, while Lalit and Tanisha helped execute the kidnapping. All four lived in the same neighbourhood and were known to one another.

Shortcut For Money

According to police, the accused planned the abduction after prolonged financial distress and unemployment. Vineet had reportedly been out of work for six months after losing his job and was struggling with unpaid rent and debt.

Lalit, a driver, was also unemployed for months. Tanisha had worked earlier in the private sector but was reportedly facing financial strain. Officials said the group decided to target children after discussing ways to earn money quickly.

Police sources indicated that Tanisha had asked Radhika about a “shortcut” to make money. During that conversation, Radhika allegedly suggested kidnapping children who visited a local garden and demanding ransom from their families.

Children Were Surveyed

Police said the accused had watched children visiting the garden for several days and identified those they believed came from financially strong households. The plan was to abduct children from affluent families and demand ransom.

However, investigators said the accused misjudged their targets. Instead of picking children from wealthy homes, they allegedly abducted two boys from working-class families. Officials said the accused were unaware that one child’s father runs a juice cart while the other earns by playing the dholak.

Lured With Promise

Police said the children were taken away on the pretext of being shown birds and animals. One of the accused allegedly persuaded the boys to accompany her before taking them to a flat.

During questioning, the boys told police they were made to sit inside the room, given food and allowed to play mobile games. Later, when they insisted on going home, the accused allegedly threatened them after failing to secure money. Officials said the children were then told to hide when police arrived and were made to believe “goons” had come to harm them.

Police Rescue Operation

Indore Police tracked the children using mobile location inputs and surveillance leads. According to officials, plainclothes personnel monitored the suspected flat after noticing unusual activity, including repeated switching of lights and movement inside.

Once suspicion was confirmed, police raided the premises and rescued both boys safely. The four accused were detained on the spot.

Police Commissioner Santosh Singh monitored the operation through the night, officials said. Senior officers coordinated teams across multiple police station limits to ensure the children were traced before any ransom exchange could take place.

Earlier Crime Plan

During interrogation, police found that the four had allegedly discussed another serious crime days earlier. Officials said the group had first planned to rob a jewellery shop about a week ago but dropped the idea after it failed to materialise. Investigators believe the kidnapping plan was then drawn up as an alternative.