Chhattisgarh: CRPF jawans accused of molesting schoolgirls

August 08, 2017 19:15

A few Central Reserve Police Force troopers have been blamed for allegedly molesting schoolgirls in Palnar, Chhattisgarh.

This incident took place in Dantewada during Raksha Bandhan function.

When the programme concluded, a few school girls were allegedly molested in the toilet of an ashram in Palnar, 25 km away from the district headquarters of Dantewada.

An FIR has been registered in this case by the Chhattisgarh Police today and the investigation is underway.

The CRPF has also been investigating the matter.

Sundarraj P, Deputy Inspector General of Police, Baster, told ANI that the accused CRPF jawans are being interrogated.

"Strong action will be taken against those who will be found guilty, further investigation is underway." said Sundarraj.

He also said the issue is serious and guilty will be punished. -- ANI

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