Custodial torture allegation clouds probe into POCSO case at Koodal in Kerala’s Pathanamthitta
A 20-year-old man has accused Kerala police of custodial torture during an investigation into a POCSO case. While the police initially deemed the girl's allegations false, the case has been reopened amid public protests and claims of police misconduct.
Why it matters
Raises significant concerns regarding police accountability and the integrity of investigations involving sensitive child protection laws.
A day after the police concluded that the sexual abuse allegations made by a 13-year-old girl were false, the case has taken a new turn with a 20-year-old youth accusing the police of custodial torture.
The article presents both the police's initial findings and the complainant's allegations, maintaining a balanced reporting style.
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