A case of alleged assault on a physically challenged minor girl has been reported from Borthal Doloi village under Moirabari Police Station in Assam's Morigaon district.
According to reports, the accused, identified as Nazim Uddin, a resident of the same village and a father of one child, allegedly sexually assaulted the minor over a prolonged period.
Family members of the victim lodged a complaint at Moirabari Police Station after the incident came to light. Police subsequently launched an investigation and arrested the accused.
According to police sources, the accused had allegedly been threatening and intimidating the physically challenged minor while repeatedly sexually assaulting her over an extended period.
A case has been registered, and further investigation is underway. Police said legal action is being taken against the accused in accordance with the law.