Summary
- The Madras High Court has termed the actions of a Special Sub-Inspector “shocking” for allowing a POCSO victim to leave with an accused despite their respective statuses being disclosed during a police inquiry.
- A Division Bench directed the Superintendent of Police to investigate the handling of the case and ensure the victim's safety, while clarifying that she was not in illegal detention.
- The victim, now an adult, expressed her desire to live independently and voluntarily accompanied the accused, who is under bail conditions prohibiting contact with her.
- This ruling raises concerns about police protocols in sensitive cases and emphasizes the need for proper training to prevent future mishandling.
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