Outrage in Pune: Child Assault Suspect Arrested

A four-year-old girl in Pune was allegedly sexually assaulted and murdered by a 65-year-old man. Police arrested the suspect, captured by CCTV, after he lured the child away. The incident sparked community outrage, leading to a highway blockade. Authorities promised swift legal action within 15 days.

A four-year-old girl was tragically assaulted and murdered in Maharashtra's Pune district, leading to the arrest of a 65-year-old suspect, police confirmed on Saturday.

The accused allegedly deceived the young girl with food, taking her to a secluded cattle shed where the assault and murder took place. Confronted by frantic relatives searching for the missing child, CCTV footage later revealed the suspect's involvement.

The small community erupted in anger, with villagers staging a blockade on the Mumbai-Bengaluru Highway in protest. Pune's police assured citizens of an expedited legal process, promising to file a chargesheet within 15 days.