Srinagar, Dec 01 (KNO): In a significant achievement, J&K Police in Ganderbal has secured Life imprisonment for an accused involved in a grave offence under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. The Conviction marks a major success in the Ganderbal Police’s unwavering efforts to ensure justice for the victims of such heinous crimes.
According to a statement issued to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), the accused, Varinder Thakur, son of Yadav Lal Thakur, resident of Sariswa, Bihar, has been awarded Life imprisonment along with a fine of ₹50,000 by the Hon’ble Court of Principal Sessions Judge, Ganderbal, under Section 06 of POCSO Act. In addition to the above conviction, the accused has also been sentenced as under: Section 342 IPC: 01 year imprisonment with a fine of ₹1,000 & Section 506 IPC: 02 years imprisonment with a fine of ₹2,000.
The judgment reflects the strong and effective prosecution put forth during the trial. The outstanding contribution of the Prosecution Department in ensuring a successful conviction has been highly commendable. Mr. Shafat Ahmad Bhat (PP) had prosecuted the case and Mr. Jehangir Rafiqi (PP) argued the case on behalf of the prosecution. The case was investigated by PSI Rayees Ahmad, whose diligent and professional investigation played a crucial role in bringing the accused to justice.
J&K Police reiterates its commitment to safeguarding vulnerable sections of society and ensuring that perpetrators of such offences are brought to face the full force of law—(KNO)