Police say no evidence yet to establish alleged child abuse at govt. school near Vandalur

The Tambaram Police are investigating alleged child sexual abuse reported at a government school near Vandalur in Chengalpattu district on Thursday.

The police have registered an FIR and initiated an investigation by a woman Inspector, under the supervision of senior women police officers.

As part of the probe, the police examined CCTV footage from the school and surrounding areas, conducted a medical examination of the child, and recorded detailed statements from witnesses. They also scrutinised scientific and other corroborative evidence available.

The police said that based on the investigation conducted so far, no material has emerged at this stage to establish that the alleged incident took place inside the government school as reported.

However, the investigation continues. The police have appealed to the public not to circulate unverified information, keeping in mind the interests of the child.