A functionary of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl in Chennai, sending shockwaves through the city.
The accused has been identified as Bharath Kumar, who serves as the Deputy Secretary of the DMK’s 139th Ward Unit in Saidapet. He is also reportedly an advocate practicing at the Saidapet Court.
According to police sources, the parents of the minor girl, a resident of the Thirumangalam area in Anna Nagar, filed a complaint at the Nolambur All-Women Police Station. Based on the complaint, the police arrested Bharath Kumar, a resident of Kumaran Nagar in Jafarkhanpet. He is currently being interrogated in connection with the case.
The victim has been admitted to Government Kilpauk Hospital, where she is undergoing intensive medical treatment after falling ill following the incident.
The arrest has caused a significant stir in the city. Further investigation is underway.
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