Man Sentenced to 5 Years for Aggravated Sexual Assault on Minor

A man has been sentenced to five years of rigorous imprisonment for assaulting a six-year-old boy in 2017. The court, emphasizing the importance of appropriate sentencing, also imposed a fine of Rs 2,000 and awarded Rs 7.5 lakh in compensation to the victim.

A court here has sentenced a man to five years of rigorous imprisonment for committing aggravated sexual assault on a six-year-old boy in 2017.

Additional Sessions Judge Rajesh Kumar presided over the hearing regarding the sentence for the 43-year-old convicted under section 10 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.

Special Public Prosecutor Nimmi Sisodia advocated for maximum punishment, citing the severe nature of the crime involving kissing and touching the victim's private parts.

In its September 7 verdict, the court emphasized that sentencing is crucial in the justice system, considering the offense's nature, societal impact, and specific circumstances related to the victim and accused.

Reviewing the evidence, the court concluded the man acted out of overpowering lust, disregarding poverty and lack of criminal history as mitigating factors. The court sentenced him to five years of rigorous imprisonment and a Rs 2,000 fine under section 10 of the POCSO Act.

The court also mandated a compensation of Rs 7.5 lakh to be paid to the victim.

(With inputs from agencies.)