A 25-year-old construction labourer has been arrested in connection with the alleged sexual assault of a four-year-old girl in Guwahati. The incident reportedly took place on July 16, prompting a swift investigation by the city police.
Authorities launched a search for the accused immediately after the complaint was filed by the victim’s family. Following a four-day manhunt, the suspect was located and apprehended from the Dhubri district, where he had been hiding since the incident.
Police officials confirmed that the accused had been residing and working in Guwahati for a few months. He was brought back to the city and formally charged under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, along with provisions of the newly introduced Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
The operation to capture the suspect was carried out by a team from the concerned police station. Officials stated that the case is being pursued with urgency, and further legal proceedings are underway.
The child is reportedly receiving medical attention and counseling support, while police continue to gather evidence as part of the ongoing investigation.
