An 11-year-old boy has been detained in Uttar Pradesh’s Ballia district for allegedly sexually assaulting a three-and-a-half-year-old child in a village under the Nagra police station area. The incident took place on Sunday evening, 8 November 2026, and a case has been registered under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act on the basis of a complaint filed by the victim’s mother.
Ballia Superintendent of Police Iraj Raja said the accused allegedly lured the younger child to an orchard near the village and sexually assaulted him. The boy has been taken into custody, and necessary legal proceedings are underway.
What Happened in Nagra Village
The incident occurred on Sunday evening, 8 November 2026, in a village falling under the Nagra police station limits. According to the police, the 11-year-old accused took the three-and-a-half-year-old child to an orchard close to their homes and allegedly committed the offence there.
The child’s family members were reportedly busy with Diwali preparations at the time. The child later returned home in a serious condition, bleeding and in severe pain, following which his mother rushed him to the Nagra police station and lodged a complaint.
Police said the accused and the victim are residents of the same locality. The accused allegedly took advantage of the fact that the child’s family was occupied with festival preparations and took him away on the pretext of playing.
Child Found Injured, Family Approaches Police
The child was found in a badly injured and bleeding condition. His cries reportedly alerted people nearby, but by the time they reached the spot, the accused had fled.
The child’s mother took him to the police station, where a complaint was registered. Police said the child was later taken to a government hospital, where he is undergoing treatment.
The family has alleged that the accused sexually assaulted the child, leaving him with serious injuries. Police have not disclosed further medical details, citing the sensitivity of the case and the victim’s age.
Police Detain 11-Year-Old Accused
Ballia SP Iraj Raja confirmed that the 11-year-old boy has been detained in connection with the case. Police said the accused was traced and taken into custody after preliminary investigation.
“A case has been registered against the 11-year-old boy under relevant provisions of the POCSO Act on the basis of a complaint lodged by the child’s mother. The accused has been taken into custody and necessary legal proceedings are underway,” the SP said.
Police are now investigating how the accused lured the child, whether there were any previous incidents, and whether any other children may have been at risk.
Case Registered Under POCSO Act
The FIR has been registered under relevant provisions of the POCSO Act, which deals with sexual offences against children. Since both the accused and the victim are minors, the matter will be handled under the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015.
As the accused is 11 years old, he cannot be treated as an adult offender under Indian law. The case will go before the Juvenile Justice Board, which will decide the course of proceedings after examining the evidence, statements and medical reports.
Police said the identity of both children is being protected as required under the POCSO Act. The investigation will focus on establishing the exact sequence of events and collecting forensic and medical evidence.
Child Undergoing Treatment
The injured child is being treated at a government hospital in Ballia. Doctors are monitoring his condition, and police said further medical examination will be conducted as part of the investigation.
The child’s family is in shock after the incident. Local residents have expressed anger and demanded strict action against the accused.
Police have assured the family that the matter is being investigated seriously and that all legal steps will be taken to ensure justice for the child.
What Happens Next
The detained boy will be produced before the Juvenile Justice Board in Ballia. The board will examine the complaint, medical evidence and statements of witnesses before deciding the next course of action.
Police said the investigation is at a preliminary stage and further action will depend on the findings. The victim’s family has been assured of support, while the child continues to receive medical care.
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