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Labourer arrested for sexual harassment of a minor near Peralam

A 20-year-old laborer has been arrested by police under the POCSO Act for harassing a 16-year-old girl near Peralam.

Labourer arrested for sexual harassment of a minor near Peralam

Selvam (20), a daily wage worker from Pillur Mangudi near Peralam in Tiruvarur district, was accused of taking photos of a 16-year-old girl and using them to harass her after claiming to be in love with her.

Following a complaint filed by the minor's parents, the Peralam police registered a case under the POCSO Act and arrested Selvam, who has been sent to judicial custody.

Courtesy: Hindu Tamil Thisai

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