Man Arrested in Thane for Molesting Minor

A 23-year-old man from Ambernath in Thane district was arrested for allegedly molesting a six-year-old girl. He was beaten by locals before being handed over to the police. A case was registered under relevant laws, and a video of the incident has gone viral.

A 23-year-old man from Ambernath in Thane district was arrested on Saturday after allegedly molesting a six-year-old girl, according to police sources.

Local residents reportedly thrashed the suspect before handing him over to law enforcement officers, an official confirmed. A case has been registered under relevant sections of the Bhratiya Nyay Sanhita and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.

The incident gained wide attention after a video showing the shirtless accused being escorted by police officers went viral on social media platforms.

(With inputs from agencies.)