Cleric held for raping Madrassa student, forcing abortion


Daijiworld Media Network – Meerut

Meerut, Jul 5: A cleric was arrested on Friday in Meerut for allegedly raping a 22-year-old madrassa student and forcing her to undergo an abortion, police said.

The survivor, a native of Bihar, has alleged that the cleric sexually assaulted her multiple times over a period and compelled her to terminate her pregnancy. She also accused the cleric’s wife of abetting the crime and repeatedly threatening her.

According to police, the woman had enrolled in the seminary three years ago.

Meerut SP (City) Ayush Vikram Singh said, “An FIR has been registered and the accused has been taken into custody. The victim’s statement has been recorded. Both the survivor and the accused are reportedly related. Further investigation is ongoing.”

Police have assured a thorough probe into the case to ensure justice for the survivor.

  

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