Jamui, September 22: The main accused in the Jamui minor student harassment case was injured in a police encounter on Tuesday, according to police reports. The accused, identified as Nandan Yadav, sustained a gunshot injury to his leg and was taken to Jamui Sadar Hospital for treatment.
Police said the accused was being traced in connection with the September 19 incident involving two Class 10 students. According to the police account, he allegedly tried to flee when a team moved to apprehend him, leading to the encounter.
Case Followed Viral Video
The case came to light after a video showing the alleged harassment of a minor girl and her male friend surfaced on social media.
The incident reportedly took place on September 19, when the two students were returning after coaching and had gone towards the Madwa Pahad area of Jamui. Police subsequently identified suspects from the footage and began raids.
The police registered an FIR under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. A Special Investigation Team was also formed to investigate the case.
Six Arrested In The Case
According to the latest information provided in the case, six people have been arrested, including the main accused involved in the police encounter.
Earlier, police had arrested three minor suspects after identifying them from the viral footage. The investigation was subsequently expanded to trace other people allegedly involved in the incident.
Police have also taken action against people accused of circulating the video online. Authorities have stressed that sharing footage that reveals the identity of a minor victim can attract legal action.
Police Probe Video Circulation
The circulation of the video has become a separate part of the investigation. Police have registered cases against social media account holders accused of sharing footage that revealed the identity of the minor.
Authorities have also initiated steps to remove the video from social media platforms and warned against reposting material that could identify the victim.
Investigation Continues
The September 19 incident remains under investigation, with police examining the roles of those arrested and other people allegedly connected with the case.
The identity of the minor has not been disclosed, and further details are being withheld by authorities as the investigation continues.
