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Five-Year-Old Rescued from Traffickers
28 Nov
Summary
- Mumbai police rescued a five-year-old girl kidnapped by relatives.
- The child was sold twice, first for Rs 90,000, then for Rs 1,80,000.
- All five individuals involved in the trafficking have been arrested.
In a swift operation, Mumbai police have successfully rescued a five-year-old girl who was abducted and trafficked. The child was initially taken from Vakola by her maternal uncle and aunt, who then sold her for Rs 90,000. This shocking act of betrayal was followed by the child being resold to another party for Rs 1,80,000.
Acting on a tip, officials from Vakola Police Station launched an immediate investigation. Their efforts led them to Panvel, where the young victim was located and safely recovered. The rescued child was brought back to Mumbai and reunited with her distressed mother.
All five individuals implicated in this heinous crime, encompassing the kidnapping and subsequent trafficking, have been taken into custody. The quick response and successful apprehension highlight the police's commitment to combating child trafficking and ensuring the safety of vulnerable children.
