Summary: A 40-year-old political party youth wing leader in Tamil Nadu, India, has been arrested and charged under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act following the tragic death of his girlfriend’s 2-year-old daughter.
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In a deeply disturbing case that has shocked communities across Tamil Nadu, India, authorities have arrested a local political party youth wing leader for the sexual assault and death of a two-and-a-half-year-old girl.
The suspect, identified as 40-year-old Periyanayagam from Sesurajapuram, was taken into custody by Anchetty police on Friday. He now faces charges under India’s Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, a law designed to safeguard children from sexual abuse and exploitation.
The Tragic Discovery
According to investigating officers, the horrific incident came to light on December 11, 2025, when the child’s 24-year-old mother rushed her daughter to a private hospital in Anchetty. The woman told medical staff that her daughter was experiencing seizures. Tragically, doctors pronounced the child dead on arrival.
The child’s mother, who had separated from her husband and was living with her parents, had been in a relationship with Periyanayagam. The toddler was from her marriage.
Investigation Unveils Dark Truth
Following a complaint filed by the child’s father, Anchetty police registered a case of suspicious death and launched a thorough investigation. What initially appeared as a medical emergency soon revealed a far more sinister reality.
“A postmortem was performed, and the autopsy report that was out very recently showed significant internal injuries, prompting us to treat the case as a criminal matter,” an investigating officer revealed.
Further investigation uncovered that Periyanayagam had sexually assaulted the innocent child while her mother was away. The injuries sustained during this brutal attack ultimately led to the toddler’s death.
Justice in Progress
Periyanayagam has been remanded to judicial custody at the Dharmapuri sub-jail after being produced before the Krishnagiri court. Authorities continue to build their case as the matter proceeds through India’s legal system.
A Call for Vigilance
This heartbreaking case serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerability of children and the importance of vigilance in protecting our most innocent members of society. Cases like these underscore why laws such as the POCSO Act exist and why they must be enforced with the full weight of justice.
For Nigerian readers, this incident from India highlights a universal challenge: the need for communities everywhere to remain alert, protect children, and ensure that those who harm them face the full consequences of their actions.
As this case develops, many await justice for the innocent life lost far too soon.
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Note: Some details in this report have been modified to maintain sensitivity while reporting this serious matter.
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