Barpeta Labour Office Incident: 14-Year-Old Boy Allegedly Raped

A horrifying incident unfolded within the premises of the Labour Office in Barpeta, where a 14-year-old boy was allegedly raped by a middle-aged man on May 28. The victim bravely confided in his relatives about the sexual assault he endured, leading to swift action. The accused attempted to cover up the crime by offering the boy money and food items. However, the victim’s cousin promptly filed an FIR with the Barpeta Police Station, resulting in the predator’s immediate arrest. Shockingly, this was not the first time the minor had faced the alleged predator’s advances. The incident has sparked outrage among locals in the area. The Barpeta Police have registered a case under Section 4 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, and the accused was produced before the court on May 29th.