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HIV Rapist Gets 20 Years in Pune Court
22 Aug
Summary
- Man sentenced to 20 years for raping a six-year-old girl.
- Accused knew he was HIV positive during the assault.
- Court cited risk of HIV transmission as aggravating factor.
In Pune, a 24-year-old man has received a 20-year rigorous imprisonment sentence for the rape of a six-year-old girl. The court emphasized that the perpetrator's knowledge of his HIV-positive status and his decision to engage in a forced, unprotected sexual act constituted a grave offense due to the inherent risk of transmitting a life-threatening illness.
The incident, which took place on November 15, 2019, involved the accused luring the young victim to an old school building with the promise of a guava before committing the assault. The victim's consistent and trustworthy testimony, along with medical evidence of redness and inflammation, were crucial in the court's decision.
He was convicted under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act and relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code, specifically for actions that knowingly risk spreading a dangerous disease. The court also ordered a fine of ₹10,000, with a portion designated as compensation for the victim.
