Wadi police have arrested a 21-year-old man for allegedly sexually assaulting a minor girl over several months, leading to her pregnancy.
The accused, Harshal Sanjay Tawde, a resident of Athwa Mile, Wadi, had befriended the 17-year-old victim and developed a romantic relationship with her. Exploiting her age, he allegedly forced her into a physical relationship at his residence.
The crime came to light when the girl experienced health complications and a medical examination confirmed that she was pregnant. Following her complaint, Wadi police registered a case under Section 64(D) of the BNS and Sections 4, 6, and 8 of the POCSO Act. Tawde has been arrested, and further investigations are underway.
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