Banihal, May 30 -- A juvenile has been apprehended by police following the alleged sexual assault of a minor girl in the Bingara area of Ukhral in Ramban district, officials said on Thursday.
According to police officials, action was initiated immediately after the victim's family lodged a formal complaint.
"Following the complaint, a case bearing FIR No. 44/2026 was registered under relevant sections of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, and the juvenile suspect was subsequently apprehended," police said.
Police officials said the minor girl was taken to District Hospital Ramban, where her medical examination was conducted as part of the investigation process.
Further investigation into the case is underway, p...