UP horror: Landlord 'rapes' tenant's minor daughter repeatedly, records videos
A 42-year-old landlord in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, has been arrested for the repeated sexual assault of his tenant's 10-year-old daughter. The accused allegedly recorded videos of the abuse, leading to charges under the BNS and POCSO Act.
Why it matters
This case highlights the ongoing issue of child safety and sexual violence in India, prompting legal action under stringent protection laws.
MATHURA: A 10-year-old girl was allegedly raped by her landlord in the Goverdhan area of Uttar Pradesh, police said on Thursday.The accused, a 42-year-old man from West Bengal, has been booked after the girl's mother approached police with a complaint. She alleged that the accused had been sexually assaulting the child for some time and had also kept photographs and videos of the alleged abuse.The accused allegedly assaulted the minor again on Wednesday, following which she informed her mother about the incident.
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