Jamui, Bihar
Hareram Yadav, who was arrested in connection with an alleged harassment case involving a minor student in Jamui, was produced before a court on Wednesday. After being declared medically fit, police presented him before the court of Special POCSO Judge Maheshwar Dubey. The court sent the accused to 14 days of judicial custody.
During the accused’s appearance, a brief commotion broke out on the court premises. According to reports, advocate Akash Pandey slapped Hareram Yadav. Police and people present at the scene intervened and brought the situation under control.
Lawyer Expresses Anger
Following the incident, advocate Akash Pandey said he was deeply angered by the case and slapped the accused out of his outrage. He described the act as an expression of support for the victim and his opposition to the alleged incident.
However, such an incident inside a court complex is considered serious from the perspective of law and order as well as judicial proceedings. Further legal action, if any, will be determined by the concerned authorities.
One of Three Minors Found to Be an Adult
According to Jamui Superintendent of Police Vishwajeet Dayal, one of the three individuals initially detained as minors was found to be an adult during the investigation.
Police said that a total of eight people have been arrested so far in connection with the case. Five of them were arrested in connection with the alleged harassment, while three others were arrested for allegedly circulating a video related to the incident.
Investigation Underway
Police are continuing their investigation and examining the roles of the accused at different levels. Authorities are also investigating the circumstances surrounding the circulation of the video.
Since the case involves a minor, provisions of the POCSO Act are applicable. In such cases, protecting the identity of the victim and following all legal safeguards during judicial proceedings are important.
Following his appearance before the court, the accused was sent to judicial custody. Further action will proceed in accordance with the investigation and judicial process.
