Chhattisgarh couple arrested for forcing 12-yr-old niece into prostitution

A 12-year-old was forced into prostitution by her maternal uncle and aunt in Chhattisgarh's Surguja. A case has been registered against the couple under POCSO act and they were sent to Ambikapur jail.

Sarjuga:In a shocking incident, a couple from Sitapur district in Chhattisgarh was arrested for forcing their niece into prostitution. The 12-year-old girl was forced into business for the last 10 months.

Speaking to ETV Bharat, Rajesh Chand, Sub-Inspector of Sitapur Police station said that the couple used to send the girl to different places to clients.

A case has been registered against the couple under POCSO act and they were sent to Ambikapur jail. The girl was sent to a care home.

Meanwhile, the police are investigating into the matter.