Cuddalore (Tamil Nadu): The police have arrested three people on charges of raping a mentally challenged minor girl in Tamil Nadu's Cuddalore. Two other accused in the case have gone missing. Five men -- all neighbours-- allegedly raped her for six months.
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The victim had been staying at her uncle's house in Thiruvandipuram, Cuddalore. As schools were shut owing to COVID-19, she was at home throughout the last few months. Taking advantage of the situation and her mental condition, five of her neighbours allegedly raped her for six months. It was only when the girl's health deteriorated did her guardians learnt about the shocking incident. They soon lodged a complaint at the all-women police station.
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The victim is getting treated at a government care centre. A case under POCSO has been registered against the accused. Further investigation and search for the other two men are underway.
