Nine arrested for school girls’ rape in Pathanamthitta

Adoor: Nine people were arrested following complaints of two schoolgirls being raped at Adoor in Pathanamthitta district on Saturday.

The incident came to light a few days ago after complaints from the victims and the school authorities.

The two girls, studying in Class 9 and 10 are believed to have been forcibly taken away after being threatened. The incident occurred first on last Friday and the next day.

Police swung into action after complaint. The girls were produced before a magistrate who took their statements and after providing medical attention they were moved to a safe place.