In a disturbing incident reported from Eluru district in Andhra Pradesh, a 14-year-old girl was allegedly sexually assaulted on multiple occasions by a pastor who regularly visited her family’s home to conduct prayers. The minor is currently undergoing treatment at the Government General Hospital (GGH) in Eluru after complaining of bleeding. Her condition is stated to be stable, as reported in Times of India.
According to police, the accused has been identified as Choutupalli Rambabu (35), a pastor from a village in Kamavarapukota mandal. He had frequent access to the survivor’s family, visiting their residence regularly for prayers, and allegedly gained their trust over time.
Police further stated that taking advantage of the absence of the girl’s parents, the accused allegedly assaulted the minor on at least four occasions in February this year. The matter came to light after the girl developed health complications, prompting her mother to take her to the hospital. During the medical examination, the minor disclosed the abuse to the doctors, who in turn alerted the family.
A complaint was lodged by the victim’s mother, following which the Thadikalapudi police registered a case under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. The accused remains absconding, and police have formed special teams to trace and apprehend him.
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