Hyderabad, July 31 -- A case was registered against 40-year-old Srinivas Goud on Wednesday, July 29, in Telangana's Nandigama for marrying an 8th-class girl.

The illegal act took place on May 28; however, it only came to light after the girl's school discovered the incident and approached the police.

A few local reports suggest Goud has been married in the past. However, when Siasat.com contacted the Nandigama police, they informed that the accused is currently on the run and it can only be verified upon his arrest.

Police have booked five people in connection with the case, including Srinivas Goud, the victim's mother, the priest who performed the marriage and two others.

Further investigation is underway.

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