Minor raped in Panipat, two held

In another incident of crime against women in Haryana, a 17-year-old girl was allegedly raped by a 38-year-old man in Panipat late on Friday evening. The accused and his accomplice, who played a role in allegedly hatching the conspiracy, were arrested by the police on Saturday.

The incident came to light on Saturday morning, when the victim's mother lodged a complaint with the Panipat police.

The accused raped the girl in an inebriated condition and threatened her with dire consequences if she told anyone about the incident, said police.

The victim lives with her parents in a rented house in Panipat. Their landlord, Jagtar Singh, and his friend Gurnam Singh, consumed alcohol on Friday evening. Following this, Gurnam allegedly raped the girl while her parents were not at home. While Gurnam Singh raped the girl, Jagtar Singh (65) witnessed the entire scene and stood guard, said police.

"We have recorded the statements of the victim and her mother. According to the complainant, only Gurnam Singh raped the girl, while Jagtar Singh was a conspirator. Both have confessed to their crime. The girl has been medically examined and the doctors say she was sexually assaulted," said Sub-Inspector Vishal, the investigating officer of the case.

While the victim's mother works as a daily wager at a factory in Panipat, while her father is a rickshaw puller.

ALSO READ

'Shootout At Wadala' producer Ekta Kapoor apologises, Valmiki Samaj unperturbed

Theatres in Punjab cancel 'Shootout at Wadala' shows

Rail traffic hit due to protests over Sajjan's acquittal

Family of 1971 POW awaits his return from Pak, fears for his life