Jail Guard Held for Alleged Assault on Minor in Jamshedpur

CCTV captures incident at Bhaluabasa apartment; locals thrash accused before police arrive

Key Points:

• Ghatsila jail guard arrested for alleged assault attempt on minor girl
• CCTV footage shows accused taking child to apartment rooftop
• Locals beat up accused before police detained him at Sitaramdera station

JAMSHEDPUR – A jail guard was arrested for allegedly attempting to assault a minor girl at an apartment in Bhaluabasa area under Sitaramdera police station jurisdiction.

The entire incident was captured on CCTV cameras. The footage shows the accused taking the child away. Moreover, the girl raised an alarm during the incident.

Local residents rushed to the spot after hearing screams. They caught the accused red-handed. Besides, they began thrashing him severely.

Police reached the location immediately after receiving information. They took the accused into custody. Furthermore, they brought him to the police station.

The accused has been identified as Sanjay Kumar. He works as a guard at Ghaghidih Central Jail. Moreover, he allegedly lured the minor girl.

Sanjay Kumar reportedly took the child to his flat. He then attempted to assault her on the rooftop. However, the girl managed to escape.

The child informed her family about the incident. Local residents then caught the accused. Besides, they beat him up before police arrival.

DSP and City SP rushed to the spot. They joined the investigation immediately. On the other hand, the victim’s family reached the police station.

Local residents are demanding strict action against the accused. City SP Kumar Shivashish addressed the media. Moreover, he assured swift action.

“The girl’s medical examination will be conducted,” he said. In addition, her statement will be recorded. Furthermore, strict action will be taken against the accused.

The incident has sparked outrage in the locality. Residents gathered at the police station. Besides, they demanded exemplary punishment for the accused.

Police are investigating all aspects of the case. The CCTV footage is being examined thoroughly. Moreover, statements of witnesses are being recorded.