Goa, July 11 -- A four to five-year-old specially abled child was allegedly assaulted behind a school premises in Assagao, prompting swift action by Mapusa Police, who have detained a suspect in connection with the incident.

According to police, the child was reported missing before teachers and local residents launched a search in the surrounding area. The child was later found on a forested slope behind the school premises.

Following the discovery, the child was immediately shifted for medical examination, while police took the suspected accused into custody for questioning.

Mapusa Police have initiated an investigation to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the alleged assault. Further details are awaited as the investigation pr...