Dalit Woman in Kerala Alleges Rape by 64 Men Over 5 Years, 28 Arrested

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:35pm on 13 Jan 2025,Monday India

An 18-year-old Dalit woman in Kerala has accused 64 men of sexually abusing her over five years, starting at age 13. The accused include her neighbors, sports coaches, and her father’s friends. Police have arrested 28 individuals under multiple laws, including the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act. The abuse reportedly began with molestation and explicit photos, escalating to gangrape. The woman’s ordeal came to light after counseling under a government scheme. Authorities are investigating further, and she has been moved to a shelter for safety.

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