In a shocking and disturbing incident, a government employee has been arrested for allegedly molesting a 6-year-old girl and then raping a goat in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh. The horrifying acts were captured on video, which subsequently surfaced on social media, leading to the arrest of the accused.
The incident took place on Tuesday, where the accused, identified as 50-year-old Gajendra Singh, an Agriculture Development Officer (ADO), was reported to have sexually assaulted the minor girl at her home. Unsatisfied with his initial act, Singh then proceeded to rape a goat that was tied to a pillar in the house.
According to police reports, Singh had visited the home of an acquaintance where he found the girl alone. The purported videos show Singh lying on a cot, asking the girl to touch his private parts, and kissing her. Another video captures Singh sexually assaulting the goat.
Police Statement and Arrest
Ahmadgarh Police confirmed the arrest of Singh, a resident of Saharanpur and posted as Assistant Development Officer in Shikarpur block. The police statement read, “A shameful incident has come to light from Bulandshahar. A person named ‘Gajendra Singh’ made a 6-year-old innocent girl a victim of his lust, after which he also had unnatural sex with a goat. Originally a resident of Saharanpur, ‘Gajendra Singh’ is posted as Assistant Development Officer (ADO Panchayat) in Shikarpur block.”
The police also mentioned that the video was recorded by a neighbor, which played a crucial role in the investigation and subsequent arrest.
Legal Action and Community Reaction
Sections under the SC/ST Atrocities (Prevention) Act, POCSO Act, Section 65(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, and Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act have been invoked against Singh. The police have assured that the victim’s family will receive financial assistance and support during this traumatic time.
The incident has sparked widespread outrage and condemnation, with calls for swift and severe punishment for the accused. The community is demanding stringent action to ensure justice for the victim and her family.