Jamui, Bihar: Police in Bihar’s Jamui district have arrested three people after a disturbing video showing the alleged harassment and assault of two Class 10 students surfaced on social media.
According to reports, the incident took place on September 19 when the two teenagers were returning after coaching classes on the Jamui–Lakhisarai road. A group of men allegedly stopped the students and surrounded them.
The girl was allegedly sexually harassed and forcibly dragged, while the boy was also allegedly assaulted and harassed during the incident. A video of part of the incident was reportedly recorded and later circulated on social media.
Three Arrested, More Suspects Being Traced
Following the circulation of the video, police began an investigation and registered a case. Three people have been arrested so far, while investigators have reportedly identified several other individuals allegedly involved in the incident.
Police have formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to trace the remaining suspects and establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Since the victims are minors, the case has been registered under relevant provisions of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act along with applicable provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
Police Investigating Viral Video
Authorities are also investigating the video that circulated online. Police are reportedly taking steps to prevent further circulation of material involving the minor victims.
Officials are continuing to question those arrested and gather evidence to determine the role of each person allegedly involved.
The investigation is ongoing, and further arrests may follow based on the evidence collected by the police.
