Hyderabad: Five-year-old child sexually assaulted

The incident, though delayed in being reported, was brought to the attention of the girl's mother, who subsequently lodged a complaint with the local police

Hyderabad: A five-year-old girl was allegedly sexually assaulted by a youth at Ghatkesar mandal in Medchal-Malkajgiri district on the city outskirts on Thursday.

The victim’s family had recently moved to the locality in search of better livelihood.

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As per available information, the suspect K Sridhar (21), who belonged to the same neighbourhood, allegedly made sexual advances and also sexually assaulted the girl in her house in the absence of her parents.

The incident, though delayed in being reported, was brought to the attention of the girl’s mother, who subsequently lodged a complaint with the local police.

The Ghatkesar police have registered a case and took up investigation.

The suspect was arrested.