Following an intervention by the Child Welfare Committee (CWC), a 17-year-old girl from Tamil Nadu and her newborn baby have been relocated to a state-run shelter home in Kozhikode. This crucial step is part of the legal and protective measures initiated after allegations of sexual abuse against the minor came to light following the recent birth of her child, according to officers from the Balussery police station.
Investigators revealed that both the mother and infant were presented before the CWC on October 10. Their identities are being strictly protected due to the sensitive nature of the case. While details of the alleged perpetrator, who hails from Tamil Nadu, have been gathered, further verification is needed to confirm recent confidential reports regarding his suspected death.
The young mother and her parents have resided in a rented home in Balussery for several years. Police sources indicate that their inquiry is ongoing, and they are actively investigating the potential involvement of other individuals in this distressing incident.