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Abuse complaint by minor in Kerala’s Pathanamthitta found to be fabricated

A preliminary police investigation in Kerala's Pathanamthitta district has determined that a complaint of sexual abuse against a 13-year-old girl by her classmates was fabricated. Medical examinations confirmed no sexual assault had occurred, leading the minor to retract her initial allegations after further questioning. Six youths were initially questioned but released due to inconsistencies in the girl's statements and discrepancies in the timeline of events. The allegations originated from a school counseling session where the girl claimed to have been assaulted by over 10 individuals, including six classmates. Authorities are now investigating whether the false complaint stemmed from a personal dispute among the children. The State Commission for Protection of Child Rights has also initiated proceedings and requested detailed reports from local authorities.

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Abuse complaint by minor in Kerala’s Pathanamthitta found to be fabricated

A preliminary police investigation in Kerala's Pathanamthitta district has determined that a complaint of sexual abuse against a 13-year-old girl by her classmates was fabricated. Medical examinations confirmed no sexual assault had occurred, leading the minor to retract her initial allegations after further questioning. Six youths were initially questioned but released due to inconsistencies in the girl's statements and discrepancies in the timeline of events. The allegations originated from a school counseling session where the girl claimed to have been assaulted by over 10 individuals, including six classmates. Authorities are now investigating whether the false complaint stemmed from a personal dispute among the children. The State Commission for Protection of Child Rights has also initiated proceedings and requested detailed reports from local authorities.

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