Thane Court Sentences Two Men to 20 Years for Rape of 12-year-old Girl

A Thane court sentenced two men, including one physically challenged, to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for raping a 12-year-old girl in 2019. The judge noted the irreparable harm caused to the victim. Both accused were also fined Rs 26,000 each, with the amount going to the victim as compensation.

In a landmark judgement, a Thane court has sentenced two men, one of whom is physically challenged, to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for the rape of a 12-year-old girl in 2019.

Special POCSO court judge Ruby U Malvankar, on June 29, highlighted the irreparable harm caused to the victim as she delivered the verdict. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 26,000 on each accused, which will be directed to the victim as compensation.

The judge has ordered that the case be referred to the District Legal Services Authority for further compensation to the victim. The verdict underscores the severity of the crime and the onus of justice.