Justice Served: Meghalaya Court Sentences Sexual Assailant

A special court in Meghalaya sentenced a man to imprisonment for sexually assaulting a girl in 2021. The conviction under the POCSO Act includes concurrent sentences of three to four years. Additionally, a fine was imposed, with compensation directed to the survivor.

A special court in Meghalaya's East Jaintia Hills has sentenced a man to imprisonment for sexually assaulting a girl in Khliehriat in 2021. The verdict emphasized accountability under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.

The convict was found guilty under sections that address sexual assault and harassment, leading to sentences of three and four years to run concurrently. Alongside incarceration, the accused faces a substantial fine.

The court further mandated a compensation payout to the survivor, highlighting a commitment to victim support and justice. The judgment reinforces the legal system's stance on protecting children from sexual offenses.

(With inputs from agencies.)