Under the leadership of Kanyakumari District Superintendent of Police Dr. R. Stalin, IPS, who prioritizes securing punishment for offenders in crimes against women and children, a significant judgment has been delivered in a POCSO case.
In a case registered at the Marthandam All Women Police Station (Crime No. 12/2018), a 50-year-old man named Murugan, son of Abel from Thirunandikkarai, Valavilai area, was accused of sexually assaulting an 8-year-old girl in 2023. The case was registered under Section 376 AB of the IPC and Sections 5(l), 5(n), 6, 9(m), 9(n), and 10 of the POCSO Act.
Following a thorough investigation, the case was taken up by the Special POCSO Court in Nagercoil. The judge found the accused guilty and sentenced him to life imprisonment along with a fine of ₹1,000.
The efforts of the investigating officers, government prosecutor, court police, the Marthandam Sub-Divisional Police Officer who oversaw the trial, and the Inspector of the Marthandam All Women Police Station were instrumental in securing this conviction.
District SP Dr. R. Stalin IPS appreciated and commended all officials involved for their effective and dedicated work in ensuring justice for the victim.
