Security Guard Arrested in Amboli for Alleged Misconduct with Minor: POCSO Case Filed

Amboli, Mumbai: A 26-year-old security guard was arrested by Amboli police on Thursday for alleged misconduct involving a nine-year-old girl in a housing society. The incident, which took place on Monday, led to the registration of a case under the POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences) Act.

During the investigation, authorities learned that the accused, originally from Uttar Pradesh, had been working as a security guard in the victim’s society. Police noted that the man has no prior criminal record.

The case has sparked concern within the local community, emphasizing the importance of child safety in residential spaces.