The accused, K Surya, is an auto driver who developed a relationship with the victim and sexually assaulted her when she was alone at home a few months ago.

While she complained of stomach pain, a medical check-up revealed that she was pregnant. Based on her inputs, Surya was arrested under Pocso Act and remanded in judicial custody.

Meanwhile, Pulianthope police arrested 21-year-old Nagendran for raping a 16-year-old girl on the promise of marriage. The girl went missing and police traced her after her parents lodged a complaint.

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