Ganderbal, Feb 9 (JKNS): In a major success against crimes involving minors, District Police Ganderbal have secured a 20-year imprisonment sentence in a case registered under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, reaffirming their commitment to ensuring justice for victims of heinous crimes.
Spokesperson in a statement issued here to news agency JKNS reads, The Conviction marks a major success in the Ganderbal Police’s unwavering efforts to ensure justice for the victims of such heinous crimes.
The accused, Rouf Ahmad Ganaie, Son of Bashir Ahmad Ganaie, Resident of Takiya Khalmulla Nagbal, Ganderbal has been awarded 20 Year’s imprisonment along with a fine of Rs.50,000 by the Hon’ble Court of Principal Sessions Judge, Ganderbal, under Section 3/4 of POCSO Act, it reads.
Statement further reads, The judgment reflects the strong and effective prosecution put forth during the trial. The outstanding contribution of the Prosecution Department in ensuring a successful conviction has been highly commendable.
Mr. Shafat Ahmad Bhat (PP) had prosecuted the case and Mr. Jehangir Rafiqi (PP) argued the case on behalf of the prosecution, it reads.
The case was investigated by SI Mohammad Akbar, whose diligent and professional investigation played a crucial role in bringing the accused to justice, it reads.
Ganderbal Police reiterates its commitment to safeguarding vulnerable sections of society and ensuring that perpetrators of such offences are brought to face the full force of law, statement reads. (JKNS)
