News
A 12-year-old hearing and speech-impaired girl was allegedly raped and killed by her cousin in Deesa town of Gujarat's Banaskantha district, police said on Saturday.
The victim's body was recovered from an isolated spot near Moti Bhakhar village of Dantiwada taluka in the morning, deputy superintendent of police Kushal Oza said.
"Prima facie, it appears that the 12-year-old girl was raped and then murdered by the accused identified to be her cousin. The body was sent for post-mortem and the report is awaited," the official said.
The victim's 25-year-old relative has been detained for questioning, he said, adding that the case is being investigated by Dantiwada police.
For in-depth, objective and more importantly balanced journalism, Click here to subscribe to Outlook Magazine
How Much Would You Pay For A Kidney?
Farmers' Tractor Rally On Jan 26 | You Are At Liberty To Invoke All Powers Under Law: SC Tells Delhi Police
Maharashtra: 7 Recipients Of Covishield Vaccine Hospitalised Soon After Receiving Jab
Masks On, Sanitisers Out! Delhi Schools Reopen For Students Of Classes 10 and 12