Srivilliputtur Police Apprehend Married Couple Following Assault of Three-Year-Old
Authorities in Tamil Nadu took a mother and her husband into custody after medical exams revealed the sexual and physical abuse of a toddler. The arrests took place in Jaipur following a coordinated investigation by the Child Welfare Committee and local police.
Medical Intervention Leads to Discovery of Abuse
A criminal investigation in Srivilliputtur reached a breakthrough this week as law enforcement officials arrested a woman and her second husband in connection with the severe mistreatment of a three-year-old girl. The case originated in May 2026, when the child was admitted to a hospital for what were initially reported as health complications. Examining physicians quickly identified evidence of sexual abuse and noted a significant fracture on the victim's right hand. These findings triggered an immediate alert to the 1098 child helpline, initiating a formal rescue by the Child Welfare Committee.
Interstate Arrests and Legal Procedures
The All Women Police Station (AWPS) in Srivilliputtur, directed by Inspector D. Ananthi, tracked the suspects to North India. Police units apprehended the mother and the stepfather on Sunday in Jaipur, where the pair had traveled for a tour. After being transported back to Tamil Nadu, the suspects were remanded to judicial custody on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. Legal charges filed against them include:
- POCSO Act violations: Charges related to the sexual assault of a minor.
- Juvenile Justice Act, 2015: Violations concerning the physical torture and neglect of a child.
The rescued toddler received specialized medical treatment for her injuries while under the protection of state welfare authorities. Local investigators established the timeline of abuse after cross-referencing medical reports with testimony gathered during the preliminary inquiry.
Source: The Hindu — Home
