Police Search for POCSO Accused Who Escaped Chennai Hospital
TL;DR
- A 61-year-old autorickshaw driver accused of sexual assault has gone missing.
- The man was hospitalized following an alleged attack by the victim's family.
- Police have formed special teams to locate the suspect.
- The suspect faces charges under the POCSO Act.
Authorities in Chennai are currently searching for a 61-year-old autorickshaw driver who disappeared from a government hospital in Periyar Nagar. The man was under medical care for injuries to his head and back.
The injuries were reportedly sustained during a confrontation with the parents and relatives of an eight-year-old girl. The man had been accused of sexually assaulting the child while transporting her to school.
Following a formal complaint from the girl's mother, the Puzhal All-Women Police Station filed charges under the POCSO Act. The suspect was admitted to the hospital by his son on Friday night.
Hospital staff noted the man was missing early Saturday morning. Special police teams are now working under the direction of the Kolathur Deputy Commissioner of Police to locate him.
Why It Matters
This incident highlights the ongoing legal proceedings and public tensions surrounding cases involving the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act in India, underscoring the challenges law enforcement faces in maintaining custody of suspects during medical treatment.
Oct 31, 2026 · Updated 10/31/2026, 7:41:22 PM · Reported with: The Hindu
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