Panchayat members in Gumla allegedly accepted Rs 20,000 to conceal a child’s rape. The money was reportedly used for a feast after the suspect’s family paid the fine. Police arrested the teenage suspect after visiting the village on Sunday evening. A magisterial probe will verify if panchayat members shielded the suspect for cash. Authorities are investigating all aspects of the alleged crime and the feast. Panchayat members in Gumla allegedly accepted Rs 20,000 to conceal a child’s rape. The money was reportedly used for a feast after the suspect’s family paid the fine. Police arrested the teenage suspect after visiting the village on Sunday evening. A magisterial probe will verify if panchayat members shielded the suspect for cash. Authorities are investigating all aspects of the alleged crime and the feast.
