Goa, Nov. 11 -- Mapusa Police have arrested Pundalik Gudge, a native of Dharwad in Karnataka, in connection with the alleged sexual assault of a minor girl in Mapusa.

The accused was apprehended in Panaji following an investigation into the incident, which reportedly occurred on Diwali night inside an abandoned building near Lohia Ground in Mapusa.

The arrest comes amid widespread outrage over the alleged assault, which has raised serious concerns over child safety and security in the state.

Further investigation into the case is underway.

Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Herald Goa....