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14-Year-Old Girl Kidnapped, Gang-Raped in Jabalpur

A 14-year-old schoolgirl was kidnapped and gang-raped in Jabalpur. Four accused have been arrested.

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Tue, 25 August 2026 at 06:27 pm
14-Year-Old Girl Kidnapped, Gang-Raped in Jabalpur

A shocking incident of kidnapping and gang-rape has been reported in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh. A 14-year-old schoolgirl was allegedly kidnapped and gang-raped by a group of youths in the city. The incident occurred under the jurisdiction of Shahpura police station area.

According to the police, the prime accused, Nikhil Singh Rajput, had befriended the girl and allegedly sexually assaulted her. He also allegedly recorded a video of the incident and used it to threaten and blackmail the girl. The accused and his associates allegedly took turns assaulting the girl on two occasions, once inside a car and another time in a dilapidated building in Shahpura.

The minor girl, accompanied by her mother, approached the police and lodged a complaint. Acting on the complaint, the Shahpura police arrested four accused, including Nikhil Singh Rajput, Sandeep Singh Chauhan, Saurabh Singh, and Prashant Patel. Another minor accused was also detained in connection with the case.

The police have registered a case under Section 63 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and relevant provisions of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. The Additional SP of Jabalpur, Suryakant Sharma, said that the police are conducting a detailed investigation into the case.

The incident has raised concerns about the safety and security of minors in the city. The police are taking steps to ensure that such incidents do not occur in the future. The case is being investigated thoroughly, and the accused will be punished as per the law.

The POCSO Act has been implemented to protect children from sexual offenses, and the police are taking all necessary steps to ensure that the accused are punished under the law. The incident is a reminder of the need for awareness and education about the importance of protecting children from sexual abuse.

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has also taken steps to ensure that such incidents do not occur in the future. In a recent judgment, the court reduced the death penalty to 25 years of imprisonment for a convict in a minor rape and murder case.

The incident has shocked the city, and the police are taking all necessary steps to ensure that justice is served. The case is being investigated thoroughly, and the accused will be punished as per the law.

In conclusion, the incident of kidnapping and gang-rape of a 14-year-old schoolgirl in Jabalpur is a shocking and disturbing one. The police are taking all necessary steps to ensure that justice is served, and the accused are punished under the law. The incident highlights the need for awareness and education about the importance of protecting children from sexual abuse.

Frequently asked questions

What happened to the 14-year-old girl in Jabalpur?

The girl was kidnapped and gang-raped by a group of youths in Jabalpur.

How many accused have been arrested in the case?

Four accused have been arrested, and one minor has been detained.

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