Ribandar, Goa (Gurpreet Singh): A police inspector and a woman have been booked in North Goa over allegations that a minor girl was sexually assaulted on multiple occasions inside a police station, officials said on Saturday.
The accused have been identified as Inspector Vikas Deykar and Ranjini Palyekar. According to the police, Palyekar allegedly facilitated the assaults, which reportedly took place at the Crime Branch police station in Ribandar.
The incidents are alleged to have occurred on July 25 and October 27. Police have registered a case against both accused under provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.
Which Charges Have Been Filed Against The Accused?
According to the police statement, the case includes charges under Sections 75 and 127 of the BNS, dealing with sexual harassment and wrongful confinement, respectively.
The accused have also been booked under Sections 10 and 12 of the POCSO Act, which relate to aggravated sexual assault and sexual harassment.
Old Goa Police Investigating The Case
The Old Goa police station has been assigned the investigation, officials said.
Police have not disclosed further details about the alleged incidents. The allegations against both accused are under investigation.
