Man Arrested For Sexually Harassing Girl, 9, Dies By Suicide In UP Police Station
A 62-year-old man accused of molesting a 9-year-old girl died by suicide while in police custody in Uttar Pradesh. An investigation into the incident is currently underway.
Why it matters
The incident raises concerns regarding custodial safety and the handling of sensitive criminal cases within the Indian police system.
An elderly man accused of molesting and 9-year-old girl died allegedly by hanging himself in the toilet of a police station on Monday morning, officials said.Rajendra Prasad, a 62-year-old resident of Sindhar village, had been taken into custody by police on Sunday, Additional Superintendent of Police (Rural) Dr Arvind Kumar said.Prasad was accused of molesting a nine-year-old girl and was held for questioning.
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