Mumbai, July 21: In a disturbing incident, a 14-year-old girl from Mumbai was allegedly raped in Maharashtra’s Matheran, and the crime was filmed by her acquaintances. The Antop Hill police have arrested a 22-year-old man who reportedly filmed the assault and uploaded it on Instagram. The victim’s minor friend, who was also involved in recording the video, is being sought by authorities, along with the Ghatkopar-based man accused of the rape.

According to the Indian Express, the minor girl was taken to Matheran by her female minor friend and her 22-year-old male companion. During their visit, a man from Ghatkopar joined them, and it is alleged that he raped the girl. Shockingly, her female friend and the 22-year-old man recorded the incident and shared it on social media. Navi Mumbai Shocker: Boy Rapes, Impregnates Elder Sister After Duo Watch Porn Together in Vashi; Booked.

The victim’s relatives discovered the video online and alerted her family, leading to a formal complaint. The 22-year-old suspect has been apprehended, while the search continues for the other two accused. They face charges under various sections of the law, including those related to sexual assault, kidnapping, and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO). Mumbai: Nalasopara Man Who Gang-Raped Woman 22 Years Ago Discloses Crime to Police Informer During Drinking Session, Arrested.

Additionally, the police have applied relevant provisions of the Information Technology Act to address the online dissemination of obscene material.

Women and Child Helpline Numbers:

Childline India – 1098; Women’s Helpline – 181; National Commission for Women Helpline – 112; National Commission for Women Helpline Against Violence – 7827170170; Police Women / Senior Citizen Helpline – 1091/ 1291; Missing Child and Women – 1094.

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