Woman conservancy worker arrested under POCSO Act in Salem
A government hostel warden in Salem was arrested under the POCSO Act for her alleged involvement in a sexual assault case. Police are currently searching for her accomplice who remains at large.
Why it matters
The case highlights issues regarding child safety in state-run institutions and the enforcement of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act.
A woman conservancy worker was arrested under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act here on Tuesday.
The arrested, Radika (42), a resident of Pudupalayam, was working as a government hostel warden. She allegedly developed a relationship with Ragupathi (35) of the same locality. Police said that the duo used to consume liquor at the hostel premises.
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